Systems Engineer

Mantech International Corporation
Laurel, MD, United States
3 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Automation of Tests Bash Shell Cloud Computing Cyber Security Databases Data Centers Hypervisor Identity and Access Management Python (Programming Language) MySQL OpenStack
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PuTTY Red Hat Enterprise Linux Ansible Virtual Machines System Availability Grafana Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Information Technology Puppet

Job description

You will play a critical role in supporting the enterprise infrastructure capabilities for a global, mission-focused workforce. This position supports the high-visibility Enterprise Infrastructure Services (EIS) organization, responsible for the delivery and security of MPO’s Enterprise Information Technology (EIT), the foundation for enterprise-wide services. As a Systems Engineer, you will work alongside customers, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and vendors to support the implementation and compliance of advanced EIT capabilities through Data Center & Computer Services., * OpenStack Utility Cloud: Design, deploy, and maintain multi-tenant enterprise OpenStack platforms

  • Architect High Availability topologies to eliminate single points of failure
  • Write and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible and Puppet
  • Automation scripts and tools in Python and Bash
  • Database support using MySQL
  • Engineer and harden enterprise Linux systems; enforce identity and access management (IAM) frameworks grounded in least-privilege principles.
  • Utilize Naemon and diagnostic tooling to execute systemic performance analysis and proactively address health degraded states.
  • Executing Return-to-Service (RTS) protocols to minimize downtime during critical incidents.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline with 14+ years of relevant experience as a Systems Engineer OR 19 years of Systems Engineering experience with no degree.
  • IAM II certification (DoD 8140 required upon start of employment. Acceptable certifications include CCNA-Security/CySA+/GICSP/GSEC/Security+ CE/CND/SSCP)

  • Red Hat versions 8 and 9
  • Experience with Grafana
  • Python development language
  • Experience with Naemon
  • Familiarity with Pagent and Putty, * MachineShop experience
  • Hypervisor virtual machine experience
  • Understanding of Return-to-Service (RTS) protocols

Clearance Requirements:

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph

Physical Requirements:

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  • Occasionally moves about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Frequently communicate with co-workers, management, and customers, including delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

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