Systems Engineer – Security Compliance & Administration
About The Position
The Systems Engineer will maintain the integrity, performance, security, and compliance of critical client/server environments used by mission users. The role is part of a small, mission-focused team supporting Department of Defense missions. Work is on-site in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and applicants must live within commuting distance. Applicants must already hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the employer does not sponsor new clearances or upgrades. The engineer will administer Windows and Linux systems, automate administrative tasks, maintain security compliance and patching, and support Cisco, Juniper, and Arista network devices. The position also involves working directly with users and the customer and escalating issues to management. The role requires six years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline. Compensation is approximately $69.46–$76.69 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and selected compensation model. The employer offers three compensation models: Max Rate, With Bonus, and With Bonus and PTO; PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility. The stated range excludes the employer’s 401(k) contribution.
Requirements
- Six years of relevant experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
- Strong systems engineering and administration skills.
- Experience with security compliance.
- Experience with Cisco, Juniper, or Arista networking devices.
- Windows and Linux administration experience.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes and containerization.
- Experience with Active Directory, LDAP, Centrify, Group Policy, and network services.
- Knowledge of security protocols and patching.
- Clear communication and escalation skills.
- Currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; clearance sponsorship or upgrades are not available.
- Live within commuting distance of Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and be able to work on-site.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting small, customer-facing teams.
Responsibilities
- Engineer and administer Windows and Linux systems.
- Automate administration and management tasks.
- Maintain security compliance, protocols, and patching.
- Support Cisco, Juniper, and Arista network devices.
- Work directly with users and the customer, and escalate issues to management.
- Maintain system integrity, performance, and security for critical client/server environments.
Benefits
- 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
- Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Professional development and certification reimbursement.
- Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility.
- Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility.
- Paid social and team events.
- PTO and bonuses may be available depending on the selected compensation model and role eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
