Systems Engineer Lead - Storage

CGI • Washington, DC

4h

About The Position

CGI Federal is a leader in providing IT and cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to supporting mission-critical defense and intelligence initiatives. We are committed to enhancing national security through innovative technology and expert collaboration. As a Systems Engineer Lead specializing in storage at CGI Federal, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of storage solutions for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified environment. This role involves hands-on storage engineering combined with leadership responsibilities, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability of storage systems, mentoring junior engineers, and advising stakeholders on storage strategy and governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Minimum of seven (7) years in storage engineering with expertise in designing and implementing secure storage solutions.
• One or more of the following certifications: NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) EMC Proven Professional Certification AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in federal government or diplomatic environment at the department level or experience supporting classified environments within federal law enforcement or Intelligence Community organizations.
• Experience integrating storage solutions with cybersecurity tools, network infrastructure, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with storage solutions in hybrid/zero-trust architectures.
• Knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks (800-53, 800-171, 800-190).
• Additional cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of storage solutions for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified data processing systems directorate.
• Ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability of storage systems across classified environments.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and software development teams to integrate storage solutions, develop use cases, and support deployment and maintenance activities.
• Support system authorization and continuous monitoring activities, maintain comprehensive storage documentation, and ensure solutions align with federal standards and mission requirements.
• Lead storage strategy workshops, roadmap development, and stakeholder presentations.
• Architect storage integration pipelines, develop storage specifications, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Align storage development to NIST SP 800-53 and ISCM requirements.
• Extend storage capabilities to AWS/Azure/GCP and integrate with automation and orchestration tools.
• Establish content lifecycle governance and mentor junior staff.

What This Job Offers

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