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# SQL Systems Engineer Expert

- **Company:** Cherokee Federal
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Salary:** $230,000.0 - $240,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Domain Name System (DNS), Systems Theories, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows PowerShell, SQL Databases, Scripting, 3-tier Architectures, User Administration
- **Published:** October 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/1_cherokeefederal-43505

## About the Role

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided., Bachelors' Degree in a relevant field of study; a Master's Degree is preferred. + Ability to demonstrate Tier 2, Tier 3, and Tier4 troubleshooting skills + Ability to demonstrate expert experience with Server OS 2008R2, 2012R2, 2016, 2019 + Expert knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP + Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and experience with cloud technologies. + Microsoft SCCM/SQL Experience with 1906+ and SQL + Understanding of Images, Manage Image, Build Image, and Deploy the Image + Experience with scripting in PowerShell, VB and/or C# + Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks + Experience writing enterprise level technical standards documentation and diagrams + Must be certified in the following: + Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) / Microsoft Certified IT Progession (MCITP) + Microsoft Azure Pack + PowerShell + Understanding Enterprise Networking best practices + Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal **Company

## Description

Benefits are subject to change with or without notice. **SQL Systems Engineer - Expert Responsibilities Include:** + User account management, account and group policy management, installation and configurations of server and software, scripting, upgrade management, Tier3 and Tier4 O&M troubleshooting. + Responsible for trouble shooting server network, and system issues. + Ability to identify complex problems, document, and clearly articulate resolution. + Monitor existing infrastructure, identify and coordinate implementation changes to address problems or engineering changes. + Research systems to manage the distribution of updates and hotfixes across domains. + Configure, manage, and deploy software updates to required groups. + Performs other job-related duties as assigned **SQL Systems Engineer - Expert Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:** + Active TS/SCI with Polygraph + Must have a minimum of eleven (11) years of relevant experience + Have at least a