Systems Engineer (Level 3)

Metasys Technologies

Fort Meade, United States of America

5 days ago

Role details

Contract type

Permanent contract

Employment type

Full-time (> 32 hours)

Working hours

Regular working hours

Languages

English

Experience level

Senior

Job location

Fort Meade, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Active Directory

Adobe InDesign

Systems Engineering

Bash

CentOS

Configuration Management

Continuous Integration

Linux

DevOps

Monitoring of Systems

Identity and Access Management

Python

Linux System Administration

Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL

Ansible

Systems Architecture

Systems Integration

Virtualization Technology

Ceph

Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)

Saltstack

Software Troubleshooting

System-level Testing

Containerization

Kubernetes

Information Technology

Docker

VMware

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer (Level 3) to support a mission-critical program within the Intelligence Community. This role operates across the full systems engineering lifecycle, supporting design, integration, testing, and sustainment of complex classified systems in a secure environment. This position is fully onsite within a SCIF and requires an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph prior to consideration.

Responsibilities

Systems Engineering

Support all phases of the systems engineering lifecycle from concept through sustainment
Translate mission requirements into system designs and technical solutions
Develop technical documentation including system architectures, ICDs, and test plans
Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
Support configuration management and system baseline control

Linux Systems Engineering

Install, configure, and manage Linux environments (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky Linux)
Maintain authentication systems including FreeIPA and Active Directory integration
Manage system performance, patching, and lifecycle operations
Provide advanced troubleshooting across Linux systems

Infrastructure Support (STE/STN)

Install and maintain secure communications infrastructure (STE/STN)
Support provisioning, troubleshooting, and system integration in classified environments
Maintain inventory and documentation of infrastructure components

GOTS Software Support

Install, configure, and maintain government-provided software
Perform patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management
Support integration and issue resolution with stakeholders

Automation and Scripting

Develop and maintain scripts in Bash and Python
Automate system monitoring, configuration, and operational workflows

Testing and Troubleshooting

Execute system-level testing and validation activities
Troubleshoot complex, multi-component systems
Support system readiness and deployment activities

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years of systems engineering experience in DoD or Intelligence Community environments
Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph (required)
Strong experience with Linux systems (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky Linux)
Experience with identity management (FreeIPA and/or Active Directory)
Hands-on experience with STE/STN infrastructure
Experience supporting GOTS software
Proficiency in Bash and/or Python scripting
Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications