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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** M9 Solutions - **Location:** Arlington, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $60,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, Unix, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Linux, File Systems, VMware ESX Servers, NetApp Applications, Network Attached Storage (Server Appliance), Oracle Databases, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Solaris (Operating System), SQL Databases, VMware VSphere, Enterprise Data Management, Google Cloud, Office365, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Cloud Migration, Data Delivery, Operating System Security, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, Commvault - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/18111610?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F18111610%2FSenior-Systems-Engineer-D-C-Washington ## About the Role * Work Authorization: US Citizenship is required. * An activePublic Trust levelclearance is required. * Bachelor's degree in the related field OR the equivalent combination of education and work experience. * Relevant certifications preferred, such as: + NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA) + AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional * Experience in the implementation and management of enterprise data protection and recovery systems. * Experience with a combination of PURE Snapshots, Oracle Cloud, AWS S3 & EC2, GCP, Commvault Metallic, and/or Microsoft cloud (Azure, O365, Teams, SharePoint). * Expert in evaluation, implementation, and management of production Commvault data protection software, as well as Commvault Hyperscale, AWS, PURE FlashArray & FlashBlade, and NetApp data protection targets. * Relevant operating systems security (Windows, ESX, Solaris, Linux, etc.). * Knowledge of hybrid, private, and public clouds. * Understanding of: + VMware ESX; vSphere; vCenter + Cloud technologies (backup and target) + IT security and encryption technologies + Network Attached Storage (NAS) technologies + Block and object storage + BCDR procedures + DFS + Converged infrastructure technologies + Data center layout and designs + Active/Active configurations + Kubernetes and containers * Communicating technical topics to elected officials, senior executives, managers, and IT professionals in a manner appropriate to their knowledge level. * Ability to comprehend and integrate complex computer technology and software into an effective enterprise data protection and recovery strategy. * Maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, users, contractors, and vendors. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues with network/operating systems. ## Description M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting. M9 Solutions is seeking aSenior Systems Engineerto work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located inManassas, VA.An activePublic Trust clearanceis required. Responsibilities * Provide technical guidance in analyzing and evaluating data protection policies and success rates. * Provide daily management of production Commvault systems including Windows media agents; Commvault Hyperscale Appliances; Private Metrics Server; Client package creation; and cloud, NetApp, PURE, and Hyperscaler data targets. * Provide daily support of client requests for recovery efforts to include but not limited to: Exchange, Windows file systems, Unix file systems, Oracle databases, and SQL databases. * Assist in planning, designing, and evaluating hardware and software recommendations to enhance and improve the Enterprise Data Protection & Recovery System as a whole. * Create and update standard operating procedures and technical documentation. * Ability to work shifts to provide support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. * Ability to travel to multiple data centers for work on an as-needed basis. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)