Systems Engineer

Ardent Principles, Inc.•,

12h•$130,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

Ardent Principles is adding a Systems Engineer who thrives in complex, multi‑system environments and knows how to keep mission‑critical infrastructure running at peak performance. You’ll work across MVS, Linux, UNIX, and Windows platforms; manage servers in C2E; and support enterprise IT, utility, and security applications. This role blends deep technical troubleshooting with strong analytical planning, project execution, and clear communication to both technical and non‑technical audiences. Ardent Principles delivers cutting‑edge capabilities across data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, 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

Working with internal business partners to elicit requirements.
Associate's degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a scientific or technical discipline.
Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a scientific or technical discipline.

Responsibilities

Server technologies, MVS (multiple virtual storage), Linux, UNIX, and Windows technology and operating systems.
Enterprise Information Technology (EIT) and supported utility and security applications.
Setting up and managing servers in Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E).
Working in a multi-system and multi-application environment with multiple specialties such as operating systems, e-mail, database platforms, storage technologies, and hardware support.
Working with network requirements to anticipate impact on respective operating systems.
Understanding organizational standards for operating configurations, security constraints, and procedures for managing organization software.
Problem solving, to include independent diagnoses and resolving complex technical problems.
Using analytical planning and organizational skills
Understanding of project management techniques to plan and execute projects.
Using strong oral and written communication skills in order to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Working independently on routine tasks.
Working as part of a team.
Working with system developers to elicit requirements and engage in joint project planning.
Tracking requirements.
Researching the latest technological developments in the relevant operating systems to identify impact on organization operating systems and to anticipate changes.