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# System Engineer

- **Company:** DataHaven Solutions Inc.
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Information Systems, Continuous Availability, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Network Interface Controllers, Monitoring of Systems, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Diagnostic Tools, Scripting, System Availability, Containerization, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8881906/system-engineer

## About the Role

Minimum 6-8 years of experience in systems engineering or related technical fields.

Strong understanding of system architecture, system integration, and lifecycle management.

Experience working with Linux and/or Windows-based systems in enterprise or mission environments.

Knowledge of virtualization, containerization, or cloud-based system architectures is a plus.

Familiarity with system performance tuning, capacity planning, and monitoring tools.

Experience implementing system security controls and supporting compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-53, RMF).

Experience with DoD 8570 compliance and Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification.

Must hold Security+ certification (or higher); additional certifications are a plus.

Ability to analyze complex system issues and implement effective, efficient solutions.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline preferred. Four (4) additional years of experience may substitute for a degree.

Familiarity with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash is a plus.

Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across functional teams.

Additional Requirements:

Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph required.

Security+ certification required.

Willingness to work on-site at Ft. Meade, MD, as required by the position.

## Description

Design, develop, and maintain system architectures to ensure high availability, security, scalability, and performance.

Perform systems engineering activities including system installation, configuration, integration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

Analyze and optimize system performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, latency issues, and resource constraints.

Manage system access controls and security configurations in accordance with DoD and organizational policies.

Create and maintain system documentation, including architecture diagrams, configurations, interface control documents (ICDs), and operational procedures.

Collaborate with software engineers, network engineers, cybersecurity teams, and stakeholders to design and implement integrated system solutions.

Monitor and analyze system health and performance to ensure continuous availability of mission-critical services.

Develop, implement, and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans for system environments.

Utilize system monitoring and diagnostic tools to identify, analyze, and resolve complex system issues.

Implement and maintain compliance with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) benchmarks across system components.

Provide systems engineering support during production incidents, outages, and mission-critical operations.

Ensure system solutions comply with applicable security standards and frameworks, including NIST 800-53 and RMF.


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