Mission Planning Systems Engineer

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company focused on designing, building, securing, and operating cutting-edge software solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence for Federal Government organizations.

About the role

PSI is seeking a Mission Planning Systems Engineer (MPSE) to support the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) under the Command and Control Mission Support (C2MS) program. The MPSE provides hands-on system administration and operational sustainment support, operating independently in executing technical tasks, including system imaging, configuration, troubleshooting, and deployment support, while directly supporting mission-critical systems and end users.

Responsibilities

• Applies established system administration principles and procedures to maintain and sustain mission systems
• Performs independent troubleshooting and remediation of hardware, software, and network issues
• Configures and supports client systems, servers, and small tactical/peer-to-peer networks
• Executes system deployment, imaging, and data validation activities in operational environments
• Provides direct user support and coordination with Government personnel

While the role requires broad technical proficiency and operational awareness, it is primarily focused on execution and sustainment rather than enterprise architecture, system design, or technical leadership.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in network and/or systems administration
• Experience supporting Special Operations, SOCOM, or C4ISR environments
• Strong knowledge of DoD Information Assurance, policy, and regulatory requirements
• Experience designing, operating, and troubleshooting LAN environments
• Familiarity with IT service management concepts (e.g., ITIL)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to travel on short notice, including OCONUS locations
• Ability to work in operational environments with limited infrastructure
• Eligible for NATO access (U.S. citizenship required)
• Must meet all applicable security requirements (clearance level to be specified)

Skills

• Operating Systems: Windows 10 / Windows Server (20XX), Linux (Red Hat, Kali)
• Networking: Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, HP
• Virtualization: VMware, vCenter, vSphere
• Monitoring & Security Tools: Splunk, SolarWinds, Snort, Wireshark, HBSS / McAfee
• Automation: Ansible / Ansible Tower
• Mobile Platforms: iOS, Android

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution (preferred)

Benefits

• Paid leave
• Employer-sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D coverage
• Legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance options
• Flexible spending account and health savings account options for pre-tax savings on qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses
• Company-sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with immediately vested employer contribution match
• Professional growth opportunities through courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs