Systems Engineer

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. Lead or support systems engineering activities for a cloud-based enterprise system throughout planning, design, integration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and modernization .

Posted 10/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,320 - $135,160 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering and cloud-based enterprise systems, with a strong focus on architecture development, cybersecurity integration, and risk management. Proficient in technical documentation, configuration management, and performance analysis to ensure system reliability and security.

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Systems EngineeringCloud EngineeringRisk Management FrameworkSplunk Dashboard DevelopmentMicrosoft Windows Server Training

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Hard Skills

System Architecture DevelopmentCybersecurity IntegrationConfiguration ManagementData-Flow DiagramsTechnical DocumentationServer ScanningChange ManagementTechnical Baseline ReviewsIntegration TestingOperational Resiliency Planning

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative WorkCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PowerShellWindows Task SchedulerPuTTYDBSignAWS ConsoleActive DirectoryVirtualization PlatformsEnterprise NetworkingPerformance-Analysis ToolsBackup/Recovery Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8570 Certified at IAT Level IDoDM 8140.03 Requirements

Industry Keywords

Cloud-Based SystemsEnterprise Information TechnologyCybersecurityDepartment of WarAir National Guard

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudCyber SecuritySplunk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead or support systems engineering activities for a cloud-based enterprise system throughout planning, design, integration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and modernization
Develop and maintain system architecture products, technical baselines, data-flow diagrams, interface descriptions, system inventories, and engineering documentation
Assess current and future system architecture for scalability, reliability, availability, maintainability, interoperability, and security
Coordinate technical integration among cloud infrastructure, networking, identity services, cybersecurity tools, applications, data services, and end-user capabilities
Support technical planning and analysis for infrastructure upgrades, application integrations, capability releases, and system modernization initiatives
Evaluate proposed changes for technical feasibility, mission impact, integration risk, cybersecurity implications, operational dependencies, and lifecycle support requirements
Support configuration management processes, including technical baseline reviews, change-control activities, configuration documentation, and release planning
Define and support system integration, verification, validation, and acceptance-testing activities
Identify technical risks, system dependencies, constraints, integration issues, and capability gaps; develop mitigation options and provide recommendations to leadership
Support service availability, performance, capacity, continuity, disaster recovery, and operational resiliency planning
Coordinate with cybersecurity personnel to incorporate security requirements and controls into system architecture, engineering decisions, and change activities
Support Risk Management Framework activities by providing system architecture information, technical evidence, control implementation details, and remediation support
Analyze system performance, service incidents, operational trends, and user feedback to identify root causes and recommend engineering improvements
Develop and maintain Splunk Dashboards for Security Information and Event Monitoring
Execute and analyze server scans to mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities and manage risks
Implement STIGs and review checklists to ensure compliance with DoW Technical Requirements
Prepare technical reports, engineering assessments, decision papers, briefings, and status updates for government and contractor leadership
Participate in technical working groups, design reviews, architecture reviews, integrated product teams, operational planning sessions, and after-action reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, computer science, information technology, engineering, cybersecurity, or a related discipline; or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, certifications, and relevant experience
US Citizen with active Secret clearance
3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, enterprise information technology, cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, or related technical roles
Must meet DoDM 8140.03 requirements or be DoD 8570 Certified at Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I, with continuing education requirements satisfied
Must have completed Microsoft Windows Server Training
Working knowledge of Windows Task Scheduler, Microsoft PowerShell, and PuTTY, specifically psftp
Demonstrated experience integrating and supporting DBSign, a PKI digital signature tool, within DoD Web applications
Experience supporting configuration management, change management, technical documentation, and system lifecycle processes
Experience supporting Risk Management Framework activities, authorization documentation, continuous monitoring, and cybersecurity control implementation
Ability to develop and interpret system architecture diagrams, interface-control documentation, data-flow diagrams, network diagrams, and technical specifications
Experience developing and maintaining Splunk Dashboards for Security Information and Event Monitoring
Experience executing and analyzing server scans to mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities and manage risks
Ability to communicate complex technical issues, risks, and recommendations clearly to technical and nontechnical stakeholders
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission-focused environment
Preferred: experience supporting Air National Guard, Department of War, federal, or other large-scale enterprise environments
Preferred: experience designing, integrating, or sustaining systems on Amazon Web Services using the AWS Console
Preferred: familiarity with Department of War architecture, cybersecurity, and systems-engineering processes
Preferred: experience with Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization platforms, enterprise networking, storage, and backup/recovery systems
Preferred: experience with enterprise monitoring, logging, incident management, performance-analysis tools, and backup/recovery systems
Travel by land or air transportation less than 5%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary range of USD $87,320.00–$135,160.00 per year
Recognition as a 2024 Military Friendly Employer
Support for active-duty and veteran employees
Merit-based hiring and promotion decisions