Systems Engineer - Top Secret

Company Description

Since 2006, MAXISIQ  has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join us where we innovate, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.

Job Description

MAXISIQ is seeking a Systems Engineer, with an emphasis in Linux-based systems, but optimally with experience in a variety of other operating systems and platforms to support team operations in Quantico, VA. We are evaluating candidates on a continual basis for full-time openings on the horizon. Candidates with a minimum Top Secret clearance need only apply. 

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing enterprise virtualized environment support by providing high-end engineering; support Windows, MacOS, and Linux workstations and Server-based services; and deployment and maintenance of systems supporting our customers
• Providing Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, Smart Card/PIV, Single Sign On, and other enterprise services
• Providing input to key project decisions with regard to success criteria for system requirements, design, testing methods, and delivery activities
• Actively communicating with key program stakeholders regarding status of activities and potential recommendations for improvement regarding the customer's network and systems
• Problem solving and troubleshooting issues within the deployed systems
• Planning, designing, developing and recommending enhancements and modifications to existing systems as well as any new systems scheduled for development
• Supporting management activities to include patch management and backups across deployed systems
• Serving as key point of contact with regard to developing, recommending, implementing and testing disaster recovery plans
• Mentoring junior staff to proactively diagnose and resolve complex problems

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Or equivalent experience)

Security Clearance:

• Top Secret with CI Poly

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years related experience
• Hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems in addition to virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen
• Hands-on Windows based engineering: designing, building and troubleshooting experience
• Experience applying and working with Windows Group Policy Objectives (GPOs)
• Experience working with Windows Domain structures
• Experience with DNS, DHCP, Certificate Authorities
• Experience administering Linux in an enterprise
• Hands-on experience with Linux and MacOS operating systems
• Systems integration and troubleshooting experience
• Build and configuration management experience to include Patch Management experience
• DISA STIG implementation experience
• Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps
• Knowledgeable about Cloud Technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP
• Creative problem solving
• Ability to remain on task - self-motivated and a strong communicator

Preferred Experience:

• Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering preferred: design, build and troubleshoot
• Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers

Additional Information

Why Join Us?

• Work in a high-trust, technical environment.

• Own projects from conceptualization through implementation in a truly mission-oriented setting.

• Collaborate with senior leaders and directly influence critical system architectures.

At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.