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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer (Network experience) - **Company:** Ardent Principles - **Location:** Chantilly, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $260,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, HP Servers, Apple IOS, Apple Mac Systems, Systems Engineering, Backup Devices, HP BladeSystems, Linux, Disaster Recovery, File Systems, VMware ESX Servers, Hyper-V, Hypervisor, Storage Area Network (SAN), Local Area Networks, System Center Operations Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Servers, MySQL, Network Planning and Design, Network Monitoring, Arcserve, Requirements Management, Shell Script, Virtual Machines, Virtual Machine Manager, VirtualBox, Backup and Restore, Oracle 10g/11g, Information Technology, Network Support, Cisco - **Published:** August 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9074648/systems-engineer-network-experience ## About the Role We are seeking a driven, solutions-focused Systems Engineer with strong network expertise to join our technical team. In this role, you'll tackle complex infrastructure challenges, identify and resolve technical and security issues, and support enterprise-level systems across diverse operating environments. You'll work hands-on with Windows, Linux, and OSX; multiple hypervisors; Cisco network platforms; enterprise backup solutions; and SAN architectures. ## Description In this challenging yet rewarding role as a Systems Engineer, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with: * Identifying possible technical or security problems and provide documented responses. * Supporting technical requirements management. * Performing complex problem management research and issue resolution. * Multiple OS, including Windows, Linux, and OSX. * Multiple Hypervisors including HyperV, ESX, and VirtualBox. * Cisco OS, including iOS, NexusOS. * Windows Management including Active Directory, SCOM, and VMM. * LAN and WAN deployments. * Enterprise Backup Solutions such as Microsoft DPM, and ArcServe Backup Suite. * Storage Area Networks (SAN), including design, provisioning, capacity planning, and maintenance. * Design, engineering, testing, and implementation of migrating Hyper-V virtual machines from Windows 2008 to Windows 2012 R2 cluster Hyper-V environment. * Network design (LAN & WAN), including backup systems and disaster recovery (DR) architectures. * Evaluating hardware and software products against customer requirements for technical evaluation and potential procurement. * Designing, engineering, implementing, and maintaining COTS/GOTS applications. * Network Monitoring Appliances. * Assisting with automation of administrative tasks through scripting. Highly Desired Qualifications Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include: * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications or training, or work experience. * Security or IT systems. * Shell scripting. * SQL Server experience and familiarity with Oracle 10g/11g, and MySQL. * Microsoft Windows 7, 8, 10, 2008R2, 2012, 2012R2, 2016. * Using System Center. * Storage systems, including Net App, and HP. * VMware ESX. * Various types of forensic software utilized by the Sponsor. * HP Servers and HP Blade Chassis. * Providing recommendations in technical standards, security standards, and operational assurance. * Providing recommendations to architecture and design reviews. * Interfacing with vendors and third party producers. * Building, configuring and troubleshooting customized forensic workstations., We use cookies to ensure the basic functionalities of the website and to enhance your online experience. 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