Systems Architect

About the role

We are searching for a highly motivated Systems Architect to join our Joint Mission Integration and Experimentation Division (JMIE) at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, improve, and maintain Data Center and IT/Software Engineering Laboratory facility requirements such as use-cases, floorplans, layouts, diagrams, and rack elevations
• Develop and implement information technology system architecture for integration of multiple platforms, operating systems, and applications across the classified enterprise
• Determine and document systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security
• Design, configure, and maintain network infrastructure; including routers, switches, firewalls
• Implement hardening requirements on systems and devices such as DISA STIGs, SRGs, etc.
• Identify, analyze, and resolve information security and program support deficiencies
• Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex technical problems
• Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practice
• Function in a leadership role and provide direction and guidance to lower level professional and support staff
• Represent the organization as a primary technical contact on projects to outside vendors and customers

Requirements

• Data center, engineering, or test laboratory design and implementation
• Enterprise level IT assets such as Dell servers or Cisco network architecture
• Classified DOD systems and the security accreditation process
• Authentication principles including federated authentication and multi-factor authentication
• IPv4 networks and associated network protocols and practices to include encryption for classified networks
• Virtualization technologies for Windows and Linux hosts (e.g. Kubernetes Containers and VMWare)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux troubleshooting and management
• Windows 10/11/Server troubleshooting and management
• Active security clearance at the TS/SCI level

Preferred skills/experience areas

• SD-WAN Networking Experience (Design, Implement or Use)
• Virtual Desktop Interface (VDI) Administration Experience
• Hybrid-Cloud Architectures (e.g. AWS Snowball, AWS Direct Connect)

Working location

Your working location will be on-site in San Diego, CA, with project-dependent ability for hybrid work.

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $81,312.00 - $154,452.00.

Schedule

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Broadly available retirement plans
• Substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time
• A generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children

Contact

Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Background checks/clearances

Employees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.