Principal Systems Engineer

Description

You will work as a principal systems engineer, delivering simple solutions to complex problems and tailoring technology to each client's requirements.

This is a regular position in the IT infrastructure and operations job family.

No clearance is needed to start, but you must be able to obtain a Secret clearance. No Public Trust or other clearance is required.

The company is a global technology and professional services firm serving US government, defense and intelligence agencies. It has 26,000 staff working in more than 50 countries, with capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Responsibilities

• Support the customer by phone and in the field on issues with current IMIS releases and on issues tied to future releases.
• Run vulnerability assessments against STIGs and SCAP on operating systems, network equipment, lab systems and hardware.
• Add security controls that reduce the attack surface of operating systems and network equipment, and update the custom STIG tools used on the program.
• Recommend hardware that fits customer needs, and check each device for unwanted features, such as wireless functions that are enabled or on by default.
• Adjust operating systems and COTS software to simplify configuration management and installation, and make the changes the customer's intended use requires.
• Build tools that secure operating systems and applications, and create packages and tools to install, remove, set up and check the packages delivered to the customer.
• Track the latest CVEs for the software and hardware used for the customer, and document current OS patch and CVE information.
• Recommend security improvements and carry them out once they are approved.
• Build test network environments and configure routing protocols on physical and virtual switches, firewalls and routers to test different scenarios.
• Troubleshoot network problems on systems, help with field network issues, and give the customer procedures and support for possible network faults.
• Recommend changes that improve the customer's security, performance and redundancy, and update customer templates when business needs change.
• Lead the design, development and integration of highly complex systems from start to finish, including modeling, simulation and analysis.
• Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools across complex infrastructure.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and complex solutions for security, backup and redundancy problems.
• Contribute to major engineering programs and projects, and develop solutions to highly complex engineering problems.
• Write and maintain documentation for engineering processes and procedures, keep up with fast-changing technology, and work with management to update processes.
• You may lead a team and coach or guide less experienced engineers.

Requirements

• Skills in deployment, operating systems, systems architecture and systems engineering.
• Security+ CE from CompTIA, or an 8140 equivalent certification.
• 8+ years of related experience. A bachelor's degree in a related IT field is required, though additional years of experience may be considered in place of the degree.
• Experience managing and executing work in a GitLab repository.
• Experience with FIPS 140-2, Common Criteria, JSIG processes and STIG processes.
• Experience with Cisco ASA, and with Cisco switching, routing and configuration.
• Experience in software and hardware quality assurance.
• Experience with Unix, Linux and Oracle Solaris.
• Experience with LDAP integration.
• US citizenship is required.
• An active Secret clearance or a previously held Secret clearance is preferred. You must be able to obtain an interim clearance.

Conditions

This role is onsite in Bossier City, LA, USA, with no telecommuting option.

Scheduled work is 40 hours per week.

Travel is required, at 10-25% of the time.

The likely salary range is $101,546 - $115,000. This is not a guarantee. Pay depends on experience, geographic location and possibly contract terms, and may fall outside this range.

Hiring includes an identity verification process using advanced biometrics and AI. You must be on camera for virtual interviews, and your picture may be taken to verify identity. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security.

Equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are welcome to apply.

Benefits

• For US-based employees, a 401(k) with company match, letting you contribute pre-tax and post-tax dollars up to IRS annual limits.
• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, plus dental and vision plans.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Paid vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Full flex work weeks where possible.
• Short and long-term disability, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel accident insurance, provided or available.
• An internal mobility team to help you manage your career.
• Professional growth with paid education and certifications.
• Access to cutting-edge technology you can learn from.