Systems Architect

Penn State University • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are searching for a highly motivated Systems Architect to join our Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation Division (JMIE) at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. JMIE specializes in rapid development of warfighter capabilities in an aggregated and integrated multidomain environment. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

You will:
Design, configure, improve, and maintain Data Center and IT/Software Engineering Laboratory facility requirements such as use-cases, floorplans, layouts, diagrams, and rack elevations
Develop and implement information technology system architecture for integration of multiple platforms, operating systems, and applications across the classified enterprise
Determine and document systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security
Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure; including routers, switches, firewalls
Implement hardening requirements on systems and devices such as DISA STIGs, SRGs, etc.
Identify, analyze, and resolve information security and program support deficiencies
Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex technical problems
Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
Be responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Lab
Be expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practice
May function in a leadership role and provide direction and guidance to lower level professional and support staff
May represent the organization as a primary technical contact on projects to outside vendors and customers

Requirements

• Data center, engineering, or test laboratory design and implementation
• Enterprise level IT assets such as Dell servers or Cisco network architecture
• Classified DOD systems and the security accreditation process
• Authentication principles including federated authentication and multi-factor authentication
• IPv4 networks and associated network protocols and practices to include encryption for classified networks
• Virtualization technologies for Windows and Linux hosts (e.g. Kubernetes Containers and VMWare)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux troubleshooting and management
• Windows 10/11/Server troubleshooting and management
• Active security clearance at the TS/SCI level
• Bachelor's Degree
• 8+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None
• Bachelor's Degree
• 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• None
• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.

Nice To Haves

• SD-WAN Networking Experience (Design, Implement or Use)
• Virtual Desktop Interface (VDI) Administration Experience
• Hybrid-Cloud Architectures (e.g. AWS Snowball, AWS Direct Connect)

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, improve, and maintain Data Center and IT/Software Engineering Laboratory facility requirements such as use-cases, floorplans, layouts, diagrams, and rack elevations
• Develop and implement information technology system architecture for integration of multiple platforms, operating systems, and applications across the classified enterprise
• Determine and document systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security
• Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure; including routers, switches, firewalls
• Implement hardening requirements on systems and devices such as DISA STIGs, SRGs, etc.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve information security and program support deficiencies
• Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex technical problems
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Be responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Lab
• Be expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practice
• May function in a leadership role and provide direction and guidance to lower level professional and support staff
• May represent the organization as a primary technical contact on projects to outside vendors and customers

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level