Systems Engineer Principal
About The Position
Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking an exceptional and experienced Lead System Platform Architect to join our team supporting critical missions for a unique SOCOM customer. This position offers the opportunity to lead a team of engineers in designing, building and implementing a secure private cloud platform tailored to the customer's unique operational needs. The Systems Platform Architect will be responsible for leading a team of engineers and administrators in developing and executing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy focused on establishing a robust and resilient hybrid cloud environment for a SOCOM customer. This role involves defining the architecture., security posture and operational processes for the SOCOM customer private cloud, as well as overseeing application migration efforts and ensuring alignment with DoW regulations for handling classified information.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
- 7+ years of related experience
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022)
- Experience with PowerShell Scripting and systems automation
- Experience performing troubleshooting for technicians and/or end users utilizing Service Now ticketing system.
- Strong experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)
- TS/SCI Security Clearance Level
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across diverse audiences and influence cross functionally.
- Competent to work at a high technical level on all phases of systems engineering activities.
- excellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through.
- Experience in creating effective technical documentation.
- Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work.
- US Citizenship Required
Nice To Haves
- Proven track record of leading teams of engineers and architects in delivering complex cloud projects, specifically within private cloud environments.
- Deep expertise in private cloud architectures, virtualization technologies (e.g. VMWare vSphere, KVM), and cloud management platforms.
- Extensive experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture as applicable to private cloud deployments.
- Strong understanding of security protocols, and standards relevant to DoW environments (NIST, STIGs, CMMC) specifically for private cloud implementations.
- Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and object-oriented programming languages (Java, Go).
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Leading a team of engineers and administrators in developing and executing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy focused on establishing a robust and resilient hybrid cloud environment for a SOCOM customer.
- Defining the architecture, security posture and operational processes for the SOCOM customer private cloud.
- Overseeing application migration efforts and ensuring alignment with DoW regulations for handling classified information.
- Participate in project planning and management, providing technical guidance and expertise as needed.
Benefits
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career.
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
- variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
- dental plan options
- a vision plan
- a 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
- a 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 are provided or available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
