Systems Engineer (TS/SCI)

Vantor Inc.
Herndon, VA, United States
12 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$116,000.0 - $154,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Software Applications Systems Engineering Cyber Security Information Systems Computer Engineering Linux DevOps Networking Hardware Wide Area Networks Juniper

Job description

  • Install, configure, and sustain Linux operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
  • Assist in the design and provisioning of the enterprise network environment.
  • Prepare and deliver both program and user level documentation for system operations.
  • Provide technical systems support for project activities.
  • Monitor for performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  • Interact with members of the technical team leads.
  • Understand the current system, subsystems, and component specifications and be able to use experience to recommend changes to facilitate efficient and effective development.
  • Communicate and share expertise within and across the client’s organizational boundaries.
  • Work both independently and in small groups

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI with ability to obtain a CI polygraph.
  • Bachelor’s degree in network engineering, information systems, computer engineering, or related technical field. Relevant professional experience can substitute in lieu of degree.
  • 5+ years’ experience in the following technical areas:
  • System Administration or systems engineering in a Linux-heavy environment.
  • Experience supporting DevOps Infrastructure
  • Experience in the build, operations, and sustainment of LAN/WAN networks
  • Experience Implementing DOD Cyber Security requirements.
  • Experience with physical compute and networking hardware
  • Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and evaluating alternatives to solve complex problems.

Nice To Have:

  • Exposure to Infiband networks and configuration
  • Experience with Juniper Network and Security Platforms

Benefits & conditions

Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

  • The base pay for this position within the Washington, DC metropolitan area is: $116,000.00 - $154,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

The application window is three days from the date the job is posted and will remain posted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire. If the job is reposted regardless of reason, it will remain posted three days from the date the job is reposted and will remain reposted until a qualified candidate has been identified for hire.

About the company

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters-where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status. Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

Embark on an innovative career journey with Vantor, contributing to a well-funded program that reshapes the future. Break free from routine, elevate your career, and join a critical intelligence organization influencing national security and global issues. Picture yourself on the forefront of crucial missions, making a tangible impact globally.

Vantor is seeking a Systems Engineer with security clearance to contribute to a High-Performance Computing (HPC) environment, collaborating in a dynamic team to support, sustain, and drive growth. As a Systems Engineer, play a pivotal role in installing, configuring, and sustaining Linux operating systems, and contribute to the development of high-performing Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) within a dynamic Linux-heavy ecosystem. It’s not just a job-it’s an invitation to be part of something extraordinary, ready for a career-redefining challenge.

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