Systems Engineer Principal

About the role

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking an exceptional and experienced Lead System Platform Architect to join our team supporting critical missions for a unique SOCOM customer. This position offers the opportunity to lead a team of engineers in designing, building and implementing a secure private cloud platform tailored to the customer's unique operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and administrators in developing and executing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy focused on establishing a robust and resilient hybrid cloud environment for a SOCOM customer
• Define the architecture, security posture and operational processes for the SOCOM customer private cloud
• Oversee application migration efforts and ensure alignment with DoW regulations for handling classified information
• Participate in project planning and management, providing technical guidance and expertise as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
• 7+ years of related experience
• TS/SCI clearance required
• US Citizenship Required

Required Skills

• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022)
• Experience with PowerShell Scripting and systems automation
• Experience performing troubleshooting for technicians and/or end users utilizing Service Now ticketing system
• Strong experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across diverse audiences and influence cross functionally
• Competent to work at a high technical level on all phases of systems engineering activities
• Excellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through
• Experience in creating effective technical documentation
• Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work

Preferred Skills

• Proven track record of leading teams of engineers and architects in delivering complex cloud projects, specifically within private cloud environments
• Deep expertise in private cloud architectures, virtualization technologies (e.g. VMWare vSphere, KVM), and cloud management platforms
• Extensive experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture as applicable to private cloud deployments
• Strong understanding of security protocols, and standards relevant to DoW environments (NIST, STIGs, CMMC) specifically for private cloud implementations
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and object-oriented programming languages (Java, Go)
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders

Pay

The likely salary range for this position is $106,250 - $143,750. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Travel Required: 10-25%. Telecommuting Options: Onsite. Location: USA NC Fort Bragg.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• Dental plan options and vision plan
• 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance