> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1403599-it-systems-engineer-4-falls-church-va](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1403599-it-systems-engineer-4-falls-church-va). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Systems Engineer 4 - Falls Church, VA - **Company:** M.C. Dean, Inc. - **Location:** Falls Church, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $187,680.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Active Directory, Bash Shell, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Distributed File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Failover, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, NetApp Applications, Microsoft PowerPoint, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Systems, SQL Databases, VMware Infrastructure, VMware VSphere, Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, SC Clearance, Information Technology, SDN Network, Api Management, Wsus, Cisco, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8968027/it-systems-engineer-4-falls-church-va ## About the Role Clearance/Citizen Type: Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information; active Secret Clearance is required. Work Type: Full-time, * U.S. Citizen with adjudicated U.S. Secret Clearance. * Bachelors Degree and 7+ years of progressive experience. Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical, or a Related Engineering/IT Discipline. * Some experience eliciting requirements, conducting research, designing, testing, and implementing hardware and software solutions for virtual infrastructure technologies. * Engineering experience with the following core platforms and services: + VMware ESXi and vSphere. + Microsoft Windows Server Deployment and Administration. + Microsoft Windows 11 Deployment and Administration. + DNS, DFS, and DHCP. + Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Key Management Service (KMS) + Active Directory and defining, implementing, and maintaining Group Policy. + Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM). * Experience performing security scans, performing system updates, and applying security configurations, e.g., DISA STIG/SRGs to system hardware and software. * Experience virtualizing enterprise applications (Active Directory, MS SQL, RHEL, MS SharePoint, etc.). * Experience with API management, scripting languages including PowerShell, Python, JSON, Bash, etc. * Meet DoD 8570 IAT Level-II requirements. * Demonstrated background working with multidisciplinary teams. * Demonstrated time management and organization skills to meet deadlines and quality objectives. * Strong MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio Skills. Desired / Advantageous Qualifications and Experience: * Experience administering OCSP (e.g. Axway Validation Authority, Microsoft OCSP Responder). * Experience troubleshooting and optimizing the Trellix security product suite (Endpoint Security, DLP, HIPS, etc.). * Experience designing and deploying SQL Database Infrastructure such as Microsoft SQL Server. * Experience engineering and implementing platforms and services in a software-defined network environment. * Vendor certifications, VMware, Cisco, Microsoft, NetApp, etc. ## Description We are seeking a IT-oriented System Engineer 4 to join our Security and Electronic Systems (SES) business Unit. As part of (SES) Strategic Business Unit you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for the design, implementation, operations & maintenance, and cybersecurity for large complex resilient hardware and virtualized infrastructure to ensure implemented solutions meet stakeholder needs, standards, and performance requirements., * Work closely with stakeholders to gather technical requirements, architect solutions, execute on deliverables, and communicate solutions to the entire technical program team and to end-customer stakeholders. * Drive the analysis, evaluation, engineering, and implementation of system improvements, automation, optimization, and deployments. * Drive development of designs and architectural changes to infrastructure environments including physical/logical drawings, engineering design plans, implementation plans, transition plans, test plans, and failover plans. * Perform security updates to hardware and software to ensure the security posture across all systems implemented and managed., * Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time. * Sitting for extended periods of time. * Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction. * Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard. * Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. * Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. * Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. * Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. * Identify and understand the speech of another person. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top Must-Visit Developer Conferences in the US in 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/679-top-must-visit-developer-conferences-in-the-us-in-2026)