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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior System Engineer - Northern VA - **Company:** Ramtec Consulting LLC - **Location:** Dunn Loring, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Active Directory, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Continuous Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), DevOps, Groovy, Hyper-V, Hypervisor, IBM Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Log Analysis, MongoDB, MySQL, Citrix Systems, OAuth, OpenID, Oracle (Applications), Windows PowerShell, Queueing Systems, Citrix Hypervisor, Broadcom, Cloud Services, Ansible, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Microsoft SharePoint, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Tableau (Software), Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Google Cloud, Enterprise Software Applications, Grafana, Software Troubleshooting, Apigee, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Gitlab, Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Kubernetes, Cassandra, Rancher, Non-relational Database, Graphql, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Terraform, Splunk, Xendesktop, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins, Mulesoft, Servicenow, Citrix Netscaler - **Published:** October 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/75867899-senior-system-engineer-northern-va ## About the Role We are seeking senior engineers with a strong systems perspective and the ability to work across infrastructure, applications, security, and integration domains., * 10+ years of relevant professional experience * Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM or equivalent relevant experience * Strong systems engineering background with demonstrated engineering rigor * Expert troubleshooting and solutioning capabilities * Experience with cloud-based systems and enterprise applications * Experience with IaC/AaC and CI/CD * Experience with system integration, testing, and validation * Experience with relational and/or non-relational databases such as Cassandra, MySQL, or MongoDB * Familiarity with DevOps tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, and/or GitLab * Knowledge of identity and access management technologies * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Ability to clearly explain complex technical issues to technical and non-technical audiences * Strong technical documentation skills * Ability to work effectively in an Agile, collaborative environment * Ability to meet DoDD 8140 requirements, including Security+ CE certification * Requires an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Additional Experience We Value * Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) * Cloud architecture and cloud solution optimization * Azure, AWS, Google Cloud, Oracle, or IBM Cloud * Kubernetes, Rancher, Docker, or other containerized environments * ServiceNow * Grafana, Splunk, or other monitoring/visualization platforms * API gateways and API management platforms such as Broadcom, MuleSoft, or Apigee * REST, GraphQL, event-driven architectures, message queues, streaming platforms, and ETL * Cross-domain solutions and secure system integration * Virtualized applications, application streaming, and application layering * Enterprise architecture and systems integration * Citrix / VDI Specialization For candidates specializing in Citrix, we are particularly interested in: 5+ years of hands-on Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD) experience Citrix Delivery Controllers, StoreFront, NetScaler/ADC and supporting components Provisioning Services (PVS) or Machine Creation Services (MCS) Virtual Delivery Agents (VDAs), hypervisors and storage systems FSLogix user profiles VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or Citrix Hypervisor Enterprise VDI architecture, deployment, optimization, and troubleshooting Requires an active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph (FS Poly also acceptable)., If you're a senior systems engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical problems and working at the intersection of cloud, infrastructure, applications, security, and systems integration, we'd like to hear from you. ## Description This is an opportunity to work on a technically sophisticated program supporting digital engineering, cloud infrastructure, enterprise applications, virtualization, APIs, data, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)., * Enterprise Applications: SharePoint, Tableau, IBM Enterprise Lifecycle, COTS applications and related enterprise platforms * Modeling / MBSE: Teamwork Cloud, Cameo, Cassandra and digital engineering environments * API & Systems Integration: API gateways, REST/GraphQL, API catalogs, message queues, streaming platforms and ETL pipelines * Citrix / Virtualization: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops (CVAD), NetScaler/ADC, StoreFront, PVS/MCS, VDI, FSLogix and enterprise virtualization Candidates do not need to have every technology listed below. We are particularly interested in engineers with deep expertise in one or more of these areas combined with strong overall systems engineering capabilities. What You'll Do * Design, configure, deploy, maintain, and optimize enterprise applications and infrastructure in cloud-based environments * Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Application as Code (AaC) using CI/CD pipelines * Support cloud-native architectures and DevSecOps practices * Troubleshoot complex technical issues, analyze logs, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions * Integrate applications and systems with workflow, case management, ticketing, automation, and enterprise platforms * Develop and maintain system interfaces and integrations using technologies such as Python, PowerShell, Groovy, Java, or C# * Support identity and access management technologies including Active Directory, LDAP, SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OIDC * Develop comprehensive test plans and support system testing, validation, and quality assurance * Apply strong engineering rigor, configuration management, documentation, and change-management practices * Work with cross-functional engineering teams, customers, and end users to solve technical and operational challenges * Contribute to system architecture and understand the relationships between cloud services, infrastructure, applications, and security * Support Agile development teams and collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders * Prepare technical documentation, presentations, architecture diagrams, user guides, and other program deliverables