System Engineer, Senior

General Dynamics Information Technology•Tampa, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer, Senior at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer, Senior, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on the Systems Engineer, Senior, joining our team to manage and monitor all installed Information Technology Systems and infrastructure, as well as install, configure, test and perform routine maintenance on operating systems, application software, and system management tools to ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability. Performs administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software. Maintains system security and executes common practices and procedures. Monitors usage statistics and logs. Maintains baseline configurations and performs modification of configuration settings—institutes troubleshooting and incident response procedures. Troubleshoots system-related problems. Remains current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications. Recommends future direction or projects to management. Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system. Develop and maintain documentation on new and existing systems. See below some of the other responsibilities and duties for this role. HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT: Function as the Site Lead for all IT professionals at location Perform management functions at geographically separated location Has full technical knowledge of all phases of systems engineering Analyzes complex information and independently takes appropriate actions to resolve problems Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans Develops technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation Evaluates, develops, and delivers technical input to the systems engineering process Validates the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through Detail oriented and organized and must be able to identify and resolve problems or inadequacies of systems engineering Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving system problems and must be able to design and deliver solutions Experience with configuration and deployment technologies such as Ansible

Requirements

10+ years of related experience
Experience with RedHat Linux based server operating systems, and OpenShift technology
Experience with Windows based server operating systems, SQL, SCCM, and Active Directory
Experience with configuration and deployment technologies such as Ansible
Experience with SANs, NetApp preferred
DoD 8570.01 certification required – CompTIA Security+ CE cert. or higher
Must have fully adjudicated TS/SCI clearance (Required)
Must be able to work on the customer Site in Tampa FL
BA/BS in Information Technology related field or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience
Complex Systems
Computer Systems
Operating Systems (OS)
Software Applications
System Designs
Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through
Detail oriented and organized and must be able to identify and resolve problems or inadequacies of systems engineering
Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving system problems and must be able to design and deliver solutions

Nice To Haves

NetApp preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and monitor all installed Information Technology Systems and infrastructure
Install, configure, test and perform routine maintenance on operating systems, application software, and system management tools
Perform administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software
Maintain system security and execute common practices and procedures
Monitor usage statistics and logs
Maintain baseline configurations and perform modification of configuration settings
Institute troubleshooting and incident response procedures
Troubleshoot system-related problems
Remain current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications
Recommend future direction or projects to management
Provide expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system
Develop and maintain documentation on new and existing systems
Function as the Site Lead for all IT professionals at location
Perform management functions at geographically separated location
Analyze complex information and independently take appropriate actions to resolve problems
Guide system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
Develop technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation
Evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to the systems engineering process
Validate the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility

Benefits

401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from and apply to solve real world problems
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short and long-term disability benefits
Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance