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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SolarWinds Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** RMC - Resource Management Concepts Inc. - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $37,440.0 - $64,480.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Amazon Web Services, Computing Platforms, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Linux, Hyper-V, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Virtualization Technology, Google Cloud, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), Npm(Software), Splunk, Service Stack, Vmware - **Published:** August 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59359230-solarwinds-senior-systems-engineer ## About the Role * 5+ years designing and implementing technologies supporting monitoring and automation of enterprise datacenters. * 5+ years managing a Windows Server-based IT infrastructure. * 3+ years hands-on experience engineering, designing, implementing, and maintaining SolarWinds Orion Platform products. * 3+ years managing IT infrastructure solutions mid- to enterprise-scale networks. * 2+ years experience in an operations role supporting infrastructure, monitoring, or datacenter systems. * Experience architecting, designing, securing, installing, troubleshooting, and documenting integrated server or network solutions. * Active Secret-level security clearance (or higher). * High school diploma or GED. * IAT Level II certification: Requires both an IA Certification (e.g., Security+ CE, or higher) *AND* an Operating Environment (OE) Certification (e.g., Windows OS certification, CCNA, SolarWinds, etc.) for CSWF compliance. * Ability to support on-site delivery and collaborate with government stakeholders minimum 2 day per week, with potential expansion as directed by the client. * Ability to perform OCONUS Travel (typically 1-3 weeks trip duration, up to approx. 3 times a year, planned 3+months in advance) Desired Qualifications * Experience with enterprise server, storage, networking, and software platforms, or equivalent specialization on a major technology stack. * Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V). * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). * Experience with Python and PowerShell scripting for automation. * Experience with network engineering or enterprise network operations. * Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or Engineering. * CASP or CISSP certification. ## Description * Architect, design, implement, configure, and maintain SolarWinds Orion Platform components, including: NPM, SAM, NCM, SRM, IPAM, WPM, NTA, and VMAN. * Engineer scalable monitoring solutions for mid- to enterprise-scale networks and hybrid datacenter environments. * Integrate SolarWinds with Splunk, VMware, Windows Server, Linux, and other ecosystem technologies. * Troubleshoot performance, configuration, and monitoring issues across the enterprise. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, solution guidelines, and SOPs. * Provide training and hands-on knowledge transfer to operations teams. * Serve as the SolarWinds SME for monitoring strategy, capability development, and platform lifecycle optimization. * Collaborate on-site with government stakeholders at least two days per week (with potential for expanded on-site support based on client requirements). ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Securing your application software supply-chain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/468-securing-your-application-software-supply-chain) ## 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) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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