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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** MAXISIQ, Inc. - **Location:** Quantico, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Proxmox, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Windows Domain, Single Sign-On, Smart Cards, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Xen Servers, Google Cloud, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Patch Management, Splunk, Devsecops, Vmware - **Published:** September 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9178654/senior-systems-engineer ## About the Role MAXISIQ is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer, with an emphasis in Linux-based systems and Splunk, but optimally with experience in a variety of other operating systems and platforms to support team operations in Quantico, VA. We are evaluating candidates on a continual basis for full-time openings on the horizon. Candidates with a minimum Top-Secret clearance need only apply. CI poly will be administered upon hiring., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Or equivalent experience), * 6+ years related experience * Hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems in addition to virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen * Hands-on Windows based engineering: designing, building and troubleshooting experience * Experience applying and working with Windows Group Policy Objectives (GPOs) * Experience working with Windows Domain structures * Experience with DNS, DHCP, Certificate Authorities * Experience administering Linux in an enterprise * Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems * Systems integration and troubleshooting experience * Build and configuration management experience to include Patch Management experience * DISA STIG implementation experience * Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps * Knowledgeable about Cloud Technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP * Creative problem solving * Ability to remain on task - self-motivated and a strong communicator Preferred Experience: * Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering preferred: design, build and troubleshoot * Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers ## Description * Providing enterprise virtualized environment support by providing high-end engineering; support Windows, and Linux workstations and Server-based services; and deployment and maintenance of systems supporting our customers * Maintaining Splunk with Enterprise Security, keeping up to date and healthy, validating data inputs and dashboard creation and maintenance. * Providing Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, Smart Card/PIV, Single Sign On, and other enterprise services * Providing input to key project decisions with regard to success criteria for system requirements, design, testing methods, and delivery activities * Actively communicating with key program stakeholders regarding status of activities and potential recommendations for improvement regarding the customer's network and systems * Problem solving and troubleshooting issues within the deployed systems * Planning, designing, developing and recommending enhancements and modifications to existing systems as well as any new systems scheduled for development * Supporting management activities to include patch management and backups across deployed systems * Serving as key point of contact with regard to developing, recommending, implementing and testing disaster recovery plans Mentoring junior staff to proactively diagnose and resolve complex problems ## 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) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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