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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Voyager Tech Group LLC - **Location:** Stafford, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $105,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, JIRA, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Network Analysis, Cloud Computing, CompTIA Security+, System Configuration, Data Integrity, Database Queries, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Multi-Factor Authentication, Middleware, Interoperability, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Local Security Policy, Log Analysis, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Windows PowerShell, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Web Applications, Scripting, Transport Layer Security, HybridCloud, SC Clearance, Atlassian Tools, Windows Services, Event Viewer - **Published:** July 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=168b7a672745c8d9 ## About the Role * Domain Administration managing Active Directory, OU structures, Sites, Trusts, DHCP, DNS, and AD Certificate Services * Working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, TLS, ports, routing basics, and firewall concepts such as rules, ACLs, source/destination scoping, and least-privilege access * Ability to design, create, test, apply, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPO) at the domain level * Scripting or automation experience using PowerShell, Python, or similar tools for diagnostics, log parsing, synthetic checks, health monitoring, configuration validation, and operational reporting * Strong SQL skills for diagnostics and verification, including the ability to interpret schemas, write complex queries, validate data integrity, and collaborate with DBAs on performance or data issues * Experience using Wireshark to perform network analysis and troubleshooting * Demonstrated ability to lead small technical projects or initiatives * Knowledge of STIGs Required: * Active Top-Secret clearance * 3+ Years of Experience * Familiarity with Atlassian products and administration of Jira / JSM Preferred Qualifications * Experience with cloud or hybrid deployments (AWS, Azure, GovCloud). * CompTIA Security+, Microsoft Certified Administrator, or similar certification., * Bachelor's (Required), * System administration: 3 years (Required) * PowerShell: 3 years (Required) * SSL: 3 years (Required) * Jira: 2 years (Preferred) Security clearance: * Top Secret (Required) ## Description VTG is seeking a Systems Engineer to work on site in the Stafford VA office. VTG has an immediate opening for Systems Engineer to work in support of a mission critical program in Stafford, VA. This position requires a hands-on engineer to manage day-to- day system operations while leading small project initiatives. The ideal candidate combines strong infrastructure administration skills with collaborative project experience., * Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot production application environments, including Windows servers, Windows services, scheduled tasks, service accounts, permissions, application configurations, logs, Event Viewer, operating-system dependencies, and related server-side resources * Provide day-to-day operational support for Atlassian software to include Jira and Jira Service Management (JSM), including troubleshooting issues, resolving user problems, and maintaining system configurations * Manage and configure Jira projects, workflows, custom fields, permissions, and security settings * Provide senior-level operational and technical support for a custom Windows-based client-server application, including server-side administration, production infrastructure support, configuration alignment, site support, and production troubleshooting * Support future transition to cloud or hybrid-cloud environments through discovery, dependency mapping, infrastructure and network readiness, configuration documentation, operational process updates, troubleshooting, and post-migration stabilization * Support administration of various server-side web applications, including middleware, APIs, and authentication components * Manage and monitor multifactor authentication (MFA) implementation across enterprise systems * Developing and implementing automation scripts and rules to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort. 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