Systems Engineer - Top Secret

MAXISIQ, Inc.

Systems Engineer - Top Secret

Quantico, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    MAXISIQ is seeking a Systems Engineer , with an emphasis in Linux-based systems, but optimally with experience in a variety of other operating systems and platforms to support team operations in Quantico, VA. We are evaluating candidates on a continual basis for full-time openings on the horizon. Candidates with a minimum Top Secret clearance need only apply.

    What You'll Be Doing:

    • Providing enterprise virtualized environment support by providing high-end engineering; support Windows, MacOS, and Linux workstations and Server-based services; and deployment and maintenance of systems supporting our customers
    • Providing Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, Smart Card/PIV, Single Sign On, and other enterprise services
    • Providing input to key project decisions with regard to success criteria for system requirements, design, testing methods, and delivery activities
    • Actively communicating with key program stakeholders regarding status of activities and potential recommendations for improvement regarding the customer's network and systems
    • Problem solving and troubleshooting issues within the deployed systems
    • Planning, designing, developing and recommending enhancements and modifications to existing systems as well as any new systems scheduled for development
    • Supporting management activities to include patch management and backups across deployed systems
    • Serving as key point of contact with regard to developing, recommending, implementing and testing disaster recovery plans
    • Mentoring junior staff to proactively diagnose and resolve complex problems
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Minimum Education:

    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Or equivalent experience)

    Security Clearance:

    • Top Secret with CI Poly

    Required Qualifications:

    • 5+ years related experience
    • Hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems in addition to virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen
    • Hands-on Windows based engineering: designing, building and troubleshooting experience
    • Experience applying and working with Windows Group Policy Objectives (GPOs)
    • Experience working with Windows Domain structures
    • Experience with DNS, DHCP, Certificate Authorities
    • Experience administering Linux in an enterprise
    • Hands-on experience with Linux and MacOS operating systems
    • Systems integration and troubleshooting experience
    • Build and configuration management experience to include Patch Management experience
    • DISA STIG implementation experience
    • Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps
    • Knowledgeable about Cloud Technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP
    • Creative problem solving
    • Ability to remain on task - self-motivated and a strong communicator

    Preferred Experience:

    • Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering preferred: design, build and troubleshoot
    • Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers

    Additional Information

    Why Join Us?

    • Work in a high-trust, technical environment.

    • Own projects from conceptualization through implementation in a truly mission-oriented setting.

    • Collaborate with senior leaders and directly influence critical system architectures.

    At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

  • Compensation
    $150,000-$150,000 per year