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# Systems Engineer Expert

- **Company:** Cornerstone Defense
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Apache HTTP Server, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Databases, Linux, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), MySQL, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Remote Desktop Services, Ansible, Zero Trust Network Access, Web Services, Scripting, Google Cloud, Git, Cloudformation, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Patch Management, Splunk, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/88325d6a-05a8-4044-8706-3b5166399b8e

## About the Role

We are actively seeking Systems Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of eleven (11) years' experience.
Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux (RHEL based) operating systems
Familiarity with system hardening, security hardening, remote desktop, patch management, and configuration management tools
Experience supporting RMF or other accreditation frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST 800-53B, A&A, etc.)
Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, Bash, Apache Web Services
Amazon Web services experience (EC2 instances, CloudFormation, S3 Storage, RDS (MySQL))
Ability to work in a high profile fast-paced environment.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Conduct root cause analysis of noted system performance an operational issue.
Monitor the performance systems to analyze the metrics produced to identify areas of improvements and report potential anomalies.
Emergency after hours engineering support as needed.
Communicate to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
Database Administrator (DBA)
Networking experience/ Automation
API Engineer
Experience working in air-gapped environments or with classified systems
Experience with Agile methodologies and working in sprint-based development cycles
Familiarity with security in CI/CD pipelines and container security (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of zero trust architecture and identity/access management strategies
Toolsets & Platforms:
Security Tools: Splunk, Rapid 7
Operating Systems: Windows Server, RHEL/CentOS, Ubuntu
Compliance Tools: Rapid 7, Greenlight, Illuminate
Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform
Automation/Scripting: PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible
DevSecOps: Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Self-starter with ability to manage multiple tasks

## Description

Cornerstone Defense offers a very comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental and Vision Plans * Generous PTO Policy * 401(k) * HSA and FSA options * Life and Disability Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement and Training * Perks at Work Discount Program * Referral Program * Leads Generation Program * CollegeAmerica 529 * Fitness Reimbursement Program * Travel Assistance * Norton Lifelock Benefit Solutions * Life Planning Financial & Legal Services *


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