Systems Engineer (6902)

MetroStar•Reston, VA

4d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

As a Sr. Systems Engineer I, you will manage and maintain an organization’s computer systems and servers. The role includes designing, installing, and configuring systems, servers, and networks; monitoring performance and troubleshooting issues; implementing and managing security protocols and policies; providing technical support; leading technical projects; and overseeing server and network infrastructure to ensure reliable operation. You will oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure. The role combines hands-on systems administration with strategic leadership to align modernization efforts with reliability, security, and performance. You will also work closely with an external managed service provider to ensure delivery of user support and server maintenance tasks. MetroStar describes its mission as “A passion for our people. Value for our customers.” The role offers a salary range of $100,000–$115,000, with possible additional compensation and benefits.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience in a Systems Administrator role supporting enterprise Microsoft Windows Server and Red Hat/Linux environments.
Experience with server virtualization platforms or hypervisors in a senior or lead capacity.
Strong troubleshooting skills across servers, storage, network devices, and enterprise applications.
Ability to plan, implement, and maintain IT infrastructure solutions that support organizational needs.
Experience developing and maintaining documentation for system configurations, procedures, and metrics.
Experience with security procedures, compliance standards, and disaster recovery planning.
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage a direct report and coordinate activities with managed service providers and vendors.
Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with business units and align IT infrastructure with organizational goals.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and hands-on experience with various operating systems and technologies.

Responsibilities

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure.
Manage and maintain computer systems and servers.
Design, install, and configure computer systems, servers, and networks.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues across infrastructure and enterprise applications.
Implement and manage security protocols and policies.
Provide technical support and lead technical projects.
Oversee server and network infrastructure to ensure smooth operation.
Align IT modernization efforts with reliability, security, and performance needs.
Coordinate with an external managed service provider on user support and server maintenance.
Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and metrics.
Lead, mentor, and manage a direct report, such as a Helpdesk Technician.
Coordinate activities with managed service providers and vendors.
Collaborate with business units to ensure IT infrastructure aligns with organizational goals.