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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer (IBM ELM) - TS/SCI w CI Poly - **Company:** The Modern - **Location:** Sterling, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Databases, Computer Engineering, System Configuration, Data Visualization, Groovy, Monitoring of Systems, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), OAuth, OpenID, OpenLDAP, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Migration Manager, Ansible, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Scaled Agile Framework, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Tableau (Software), Scripting, Enterprise Software Applications, Grafana, Software Troubleshooting, Reliability of Systems, Gitlab, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Non-relational Database, Tools for Reporting, Cloud Optimization, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Terraform, Splunk, Devsecops, Engineering Base, Jenkins, Servicenow - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8e1222a7dcc70de1 ## About the Role * Must possess an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance with CI Polygraph. * Must meet DoD 8140 requirements, including Security+ CE certification. * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field. * 10+ years of experience supporting enterprise systems and engineering environments. * 10+ years of experience configuring, deploying, and maintaining enterprise engineering applications using Automation as Code (AaC) and CI/CD pipelines within cloud-based environments. * Experience administering IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) and integrating enterprise applications with workflow, ticketing, automation, or case management platforms. * Experience developing automation, scripting, and system integrations using Python, PowerShell, Groovy, REST APIs, and related technologies. * Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure, including relational and non-relational databases, Identity and Access Management (IDAM), and authentication technologies such as Active Directory, SAML, OAuth 2.0, OpenLDAP, and OIDC. * Experience implementing DevSecOps and infrastructure automation solutions utilizing GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools, with strong troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and communication skills. PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS * Hands-on experience performing IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) platform upgrades, including migration planning, hosting infrastructure configuration, integration validation, testing, post-upgrade account migrations and sustainment activities. * Experience supporting Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environments and tools such as Teamwork Cloud and Cameo. * Experience configuring and maintaining enterprise collaboration and reporting platforms, including SharePoint and Tableau. * Experience implementing and integrating ServiceNow solutions. * Experience supporting cloud-native architectures, API gateways, cross-domain solutions, and cloud optimization initiatives. * Experience utilizing monitoring and visualization tools such as Grafana and Splunk. *Applicants selected will be United States citizens and may be subject to a government security investigation for access to classified information.* ## Description Modern Government Solutions (MGS) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with hands-on IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) experience to support a mission-critical engineering environment. This role is responsible for administering, integrating, automating, and optimizing ELM and related engineering platforms that enable teams to manage requirements, workflows, testing, and lifecycle activities across secure cloud-based environments. The ideal candidate combines strong systems engineering expertise with experience implementing Automation as Code (AaC), CI/CD pipelines, and enterprise application integrations to improve engineering efficiency, system reliability, and mission success., * Administer, configure, and maintain IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) solutions. * Configure, deploy, maintain, and optimize IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM) and related engineering applications within cloud-based environments. * Develop and implement Automation as Code (AaC) solutions utilizing CI/CD pipelines to automate application and infrastructure deployments. * Design, develop, and maintain application integrations using Python, PowerShell, Groovy, and related technologies. * Administer and support databases, authentication services, and application infrastructure, including Identity and Access Management (IDAM) integrations. * Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions. * Develop and execute testing, validation, and quality assurance activities to ensure system reliability, performance, and compliance. * Support DevSecOps initiatives utilizing tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Terraform, and Ansible. * Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and program stakeholders to implement technical solutions and enhancements in a Scaled Agile Framework environment. * Participate in Program Increment and Sprint planning, to include t-shirt sizing, story point estimation, and dependency mapping. * Create and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and operational procedures. * Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer workstation. * Ability to communicate effectively with customers, team members, and stakeholders in both written and verbal formats. ## Related Videos - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Get started with securing your cloud-native Java microservices applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/123-get-started-with-securing-your-cloud-native-java-microservices-applications) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [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) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)