Systems Engineer

Ardent Principles, Inc.Chantilly, VA
$130,000 - $260,000Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Systems Engineer to support a secure, enterprise‑grade VDI environment built on VMware Horizon, vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter. The ideal candidate has direct experience with hyperconverged systems—especially Cisco HyperFlex—and is comfortable working in both Windows server services (AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP) and Linux platforms such as CentOS and Ubuntu. Ardent Principles delivers cutting‑edge capabilities across data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, and IT program management. We thrive at the intersection of mission, technology, and innovation. Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence At Ardent Principles, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers rooted in purpose. Our competitive salary ranges and industry‑leading benefits are designed to support long‑term stability, growth, and overall well‑being. We’re committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work and feel valued while doing it. Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph

Nice To Haves

  • Collaborating with cybersecurity teams, Sponsor or otherwise.
  • Engaging in continuous improvement related to identifying opportunities for enhancing network and endpoint security measures and implement innovative solutions to improve overall security posture.
  • Providing training and support.
  • Participating in audits and compliance reviews, as it relates to systems engineering.
  • VCP-DCV, VCAP/VCIX, MCSA/MCSE, or TOGAF

Responsibilities

  • VMware Horizon, vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter.
  • Hands on experience with hyperconverged systems, particularly Cisco HyperFlex, to support the VDI environment.
  • Hands on experience with server environments including Windows (AD, GPO, DNS, DHCP) and Linux (CentOS and Ubuntu).
  • Teradici technology and PCoIP protocol optimization.

Benefits

  • Highly Competitive Salary
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Dedicated Training Budget
  • 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance
  • 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match
  • 11 Paid Government Holidays
  • Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance
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