Systems Engineer
About The Position
NTT DATA is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide customer support in a hybrid-agile enterprise environment supporting Department of Defense systems. The role is based in Newport News, Virginia and requires daily onsite presence. The successful candidate will work independently with little oversight, research problems, develop and present complete solutions for approval, and work effectively with multiple stakeholders while maintaining accurate information. Attention to detail and strong organizational abilities are important. The Systems Engineer will lead system infrastructure projects involving planning, deployment, and hardening of enterprise services. The role supports compliance with DOD regulations and cybersecurity requirements, including identifying risks and vulnerabilities and improving the organization’s cybersecurity posture. The position also includes system and network management, project coordination, maintenance and troubleshooting, technical documentation, and mentoring team members.
Requirements
- At least 6 years of experience planning, deploying, and hardening any combination of three or more enterprise services.
- IAT II or higher certification.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Ability to work independently with little to no oversight.
- Ability to research problems and develop, present, and implement complete solutions after appropriate approval.
- Ability to work in a mixed stakeholder environment while maintaining fidelity of information.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Microsoft, VMware, Linux, or other operating system certification.
- Currently active Top Secret clearance.
Responsibilities
- Serve as technical leader for system infrastructure projects, planning, deploying, and hardening enterprise services across multiple projects.
- Ensure systems comply with FISMA regulations, DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and vulnerability management programs.
- Provide expert knowledge and support for system and network configuration and management.
- Participate in project planning and execution in a hybrid-agile environment, potentially serving as Scrum Master as needed.
- Analyze the IT environment to identify critical deficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Coordinate with IT team members and stakeholders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Perform routine system maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
- Document system configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base.
- Mentor and guide team members in system engineering and management.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution.
- Flexible spending or health savings account.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid time off.
- Employee assistance.
- 401(k) program with company match.
- Additional voluntary or legally required benefits.
- Potential incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
