Systems Engineer - mid-level

Accenture Federal Services•McLean, VA

About The Position

At Accenture Federal Services, our purpose is to help the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer, and improve the lives of its citizens. Our team of over 13,000 professionals is dedicated to leveraging technology and innovation for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within the global Accenture network. We are recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, offering a supportive community where you can grow, learn, and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, and industry training. Contribute to positive, lasting change that advances missions and the government.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math).
2+ years of experience in system engineering, testing, or DevOps roles.
Proven experience configuring CI/CD pipelines and automated testing tools.
Strong working knowledge of Jenkins, Linux/Unix, version control (Git), and scripting languages (Python, Bash, or similar).
Familiarity with Agile development practices.
Active TS/SCI with Poly security clearance is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Experience with test frameworks.
Experience with Jenkins.
Experience with Git.
Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
A passion for IT and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

Design, install, configure, and test operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure high availability.
Implement and maintain robust security measures, backup strategies, and disaster recovery plans.
Develop custom scripts to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across hardware, software, and network components.
Work closely with developers, management, and other departments to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
Create and maintain detailed documentation for system architecture, procedures, and support.
Research and assess emerging technologies for potential upgrades or new implementations.