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# Systems Engineer (U.S. Citizen/Security Clearance Required)

- **Company:** Task Force Talent
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $250,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, System Configuration, Hard Disk Drives, Network Topologies, Network Monitoring, Routing, HybridCloud
- **Published:** July 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9029377/systems-engineer-us-citizensecurity-clearance-required

## About the Role

Task Force Talent is seeking a Systems Engineer with an active TS/SCI FSP security clearance. Target salary range is $150K - $250K, depending on experience level. Candidates should have a background or experience in a technical area, excellent teamwork skills, and be willing to learn., * U.S. citizen with active TS/SCI FSP security clearance. (Sorry, we are unable to sponsor or upgrade clearances for this role.)

 * 5+ years of relevant experience with:
 * Analyzing existing systems and identifying corrective actions and areas for improvement.
 * Building, maintaining, and troubleshooting gold image hard drives.
 * Creating network topology diagrams.
 * Designing, configuring, and troubleshooting Routing and Switching systems.

## Description

* Build and maintain a hybrid-cloud, mission-critical infrastructure and services using COTS, GOTS, and custom applications.
 * Monitor network performance continuously to ensure optimal functionality.
 * Proactively recommend improvements to enhance network and system efficiency.
 * Guide networking and system engineering efforts to drive modernization and improvements.


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