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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Support Engineer III - **Company:** Industrial Security Integrators, LLC - **Location:** Reston, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $100,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cyber Security, Linux, Disaster Recovery, GNU Compiler Collection, Monitoring of Systems, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Software Product Management, Azure Active Directory, Ansible, Microsoft SharePoint, Security Information and Event Management, Virtualization Technology, Wide Area Networks, Scripting, System Availability, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Microsoft InTune, Information Technology, 3-tier Architectures - **Published:** July 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9063193/support-engineer-iii ## About the Role * U.S. Citizenship is required. * Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 6+ years of experience in IT engineering, with a focus on MSP/MSSP environments. * Strong expertise in Microsoft 0365 (GCC/GCC High preferred), including Entra, Exhange, Intune, Purview, Sharepoint, Teams. * Azure Entra, Infrastructure, Networking, Migration, Storage accounts (AWS a plus) * Proficiency with Active Directory and hybrid environments, including GPO and NPS. * Ability to support Mac, iPhone and supporting tools * Azure AI, Copilot, and other AI product support a strong plus * Advanced knowledge of networking (firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, SASE) * Windows/Linux infrastructure, and virtualization technologies. * Hands-on experience with automation/scripting (PowerShell, Python, Ansible) to optimize deployments and system management. * Proficiency in infrastructure monitoring, performance tuning, and high-availability designs. * Strong understanding of MSP/MSSP tool stack management (RMM, PSA, SIEM, EDR, Email Security, Backup solutions). * Ability to collaborate with security teams, ensuring infrastructure aligns with security and compliance standards (NIST 800-171, CMMC, FedRAMP). * Strong problem-solving skills and technical leadership experience, mentoring junior engineers and driving automation initiatives. ## Description * Act as the highest-level technical escalation point for engineering-related client and internal issues. * Lead technical troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and proactive problem resolution. * Ensure clear, client-friendly communication of technical solutions to enhance customer trust and satisfaction. * Cloud & Infrastructure Engineering * Design, implement, and optimize hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCC/GCC High) with a focus on automation, scalability, and performance. * Develop and implement automation strategies (PowerShell, Python) to streamline provisioning, monitoring, and system management. * Maintain 99.99% uptime and high availability through proactive infrastructure monitoring, redundancy strategies, and disaster recovery planning. * Ensure compliance with NIST 800-171, CMMC, and FedRAMP, partnering with Cybersecurity & Compliance teams Collaboration & Cross-Department Support * Partner with Program Management (PMO) to execute client onboarding/offboarding and compliance readiness projects, ensuring technical feasibility and smooth transitions. * Work with Cybersecurity to align cloud and infrastructure security with NIST 800-171, CMMC, and FedRAMP standards. 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Operational Maturity & Continuous Improvement * Support the MSP Customer Success Managers to educate clients on infrastructure improvements, security hardening, and IT best practices. * Provide technical insights during project meetings and business reviews to ensure client expectations are met. * Enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring clear, structured technical communication. * Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions for Tier 1 & Tier 2 engineers, reducing Tier 3 escalations and improving team expertise. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [JavaScript? No. Java Scripts! - Scripting with Java](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2094-javascript-no-java-scripts-scripting-with-java) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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