Systems Engineer w/TS Clearance

Overview

We are seeking a Systems Engineer for the COMSEC IT Services contract. The Systems Engineer will design, integrate, test, implement, and sustain systems supporting COMSEC operations and modernization. The role will work across applications, infrastructure, automation, cloud technologies, databases, and security engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop system designs, architectures, and technical solutions.
• Support integration of applications, infrastructure, databases, and cloud services.
• Develop engineering plans, implementation procedures, and technical documentation.
• Support system testing, validation, deployment, and lifecycle sustainment.
• Troubleshoot complex systems and integration issues.
• Support automation and modernization initiatives.
• Work with development and operations teams to improve system reliability and maintainability.
• Apply NIST 800-53 controls and security requirements throughout the engineering lifecycle.
• Support API-based integration and build-automation environments.
• Participate in configuration management and technical change control.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity, database, software-development, and network-engineering teams.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with NIST 800-53.
• Experience with security control lifecycles.
• Experience with Integrated Development Environments.
• Experience with API development platforms and/or build automation tools.
• Experience with AWS.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with SQL.
• Experience with Azure.
• Experience with C# or equivalent certifications/experience.
• Demonstrated experience supporting government agencies, customers, or contracts within federal environments, including the Intelligence Community (IC), Department of Defense (DoD), Federal Civil agencies, and military organizations.
• Prior experience supporting the same or similar contract, with an in-depth understanding of the customer environment, requirements, and operational landscape, is highly desirable.

Certifications

• Security+ certification or DoD 8570 IAT Level II.

Clearance

Active Top Secret clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility/access may be required based on assigned duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience engineering systems in classified environments.
• Experience with DevSecOps and cloud architectures.
• Experience supporting secure applications or COMSEC systems.
• Experience integrating legacy and modern enterprise technologies.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Location: Springfield, VA
• Environment: Hybrid
• Noise level: Low
• Schedule: Day shift Monday – Friday. May be requested to work evenings and weekends to meet program and contract needs.
• Travel: Less than 10%

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI clearance

Pay

Target salary range: $120,000 - $185,000. The salary range displayed is an estimate and will be determined on several factors regarding the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies and experience, as well as contract parameters and organizational requirements. The displayed salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, feel, touch; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 25 pounds; and up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.

Other Information

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position supports an upcoming government contract proposal and is contingent upon contract award and government approval. Candidates must meet all stated requirements and may be required to sign a Letter of Commitment (LOC).