System Engineer - Junior

ECS Tech Inc • Stafford, VA

2h • $80,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

ECS is seeking a Junior Systems Engineer to work in its Stafford, Virginia office. The ECS team provides agile software development and maintenance for CODIS, a mission-critical FBI application. CODIS is a Microsoft .NET client-server application that supports a database repository of DNA profiles from individuals, unsolved crime-scene evidence, and missing persons. It enables local, state, and national laboratories to compare DNA profiles electronically, linking serial crimes and identifying suspects through profile matches.

The role involves setting up and managing Windows applications, providing customer and helpdesk support, and administering AWS resources. The position may occasionally require off-hours support for system upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities. The stated salary range is $80,000–$100,000. ECS provides benefits; details are linked in the posting.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance.
• System administration experience.
• Experience managing Active Directory and group policies.
• Strong attention to detail and solid troubleshooting ability.
• Knowledge of scripting languages; PowerShell is preferred.
• Knowledge of AWS console administration for EC2, IAM, VPC, and AMIs.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• PowerShell scripting experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage Windows applications.
• Provide customer support and helpdesk support for issues.
• Install and maintain client workstations, including installing and configuring third-party applications.
• Administer AWS resources, including EC2, IAM, VPC, and AMIs.
• Create and maintain virtual images locally and in AWS for servers and workstations.
• Provide occasional off-hours support for system upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed