System Engineer, Senior

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to work with the largest government agency in the nation. Make an impact by advancing the Department of Defense’s mission to keep our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer - Senior Advisor, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on the Systems Engineer - Senior Advisor, joining our team to manage and monitor all installed Information Technology Systems and infrastructure, as well as install, configure, test and perform routine maintenance on operating systems, application software, and system management tools to ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability. Performs administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software. Maintains system security and executes common practices and procedures. Monitors usage statistics and logs. Maintains baseline configurations and performs modification of configuration settings—institutes troubleshooting and incident response procedures. Troubleshoots system-related problems. Remains current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications. Recommends future direction or projects to management. Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system. Develop and maintain documentation on new and existing systems.

HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER SENIOR - ADVISOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Has full technical knowledge of all phases of systems engineering
• Experience with SharePoint, SQL, SCCM, and Active Directory
• Well-versed with Linux and Windows-based server operating systems (RHEL 9, Win Server 2022-2025)
• 5+ years experience with virtualization technologies and hypervisors
• Experience with RedHat software and services (OpenShift, Ansible, Satellite). RH Identity Management a plus
• Experience with hybrid/multi-cloud environments
• Experience with RedHat Open Shift or Kubernetes
• Experience with automation tools and/or scripting such as Ansible, PowerShell, Python
• Analyzes complex information and independently takes appropriate actions to resolve problems
• Guides system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
• Develops technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation
• Evaluates, develops, and delivers technical input to the systems engineering process
• Validates the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility
• Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through
• Detail oriented and organized
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving system problems

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Education: BA/BS in Information Technology related field or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.

● Required Experience: 10+ years of related experience
● Certification Requirements: DoD 8570.01 certification required – Security+, or higher

● Security Clearance Level: Must have fully adjudicated Top Secret-SCI security clearance.

● Location: On Customer Site
● US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

8 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Comptia Secuity Plus - security plus - security plus

Travel Required

Less than 10%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required