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# Senior Systems Engineer (NSGS)

- **Company:** GovCIO
- **Location:** Fairfax County, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Hardware Design, Monitoring of Systems, Storage Area Network (SAN), Network Security, Microsoft Project, Virtualization Technology, Break Fix, SC Clearance, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=40dd3790db153467

## About the Role

High School with 9+ years (or commensurate experience), * Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+).

 * Proven experience serving as a Senior Systems Engineer on large-scale federal IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, or military network programs.
 * Direct systems engineering experience deploying, configuring, and maintaining complex enterprise or tactical hardware environments.
 * Willingness and ability to travel to remote operational sites to perform hardware integration, system troubleshooting, and field testing.
 * Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with experience drafting technical documentation and presenting status briefings to team leadership.
 * Proficiency in systems monitoring tools, Microsoft Project, and integrated deployment tracking applications.

Clearance Level: Must have an active Secret clearance
Preferred Skills and Experience

 * Direct experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard missions, specifically working with NSGS, C5I, or similar technical directorates.
 * Technical certifications (e.g., CCNA, MCSA, or ITIL) are a strong plus.
 * Familiarity with secure network infrastructure, virtualization technologies, or storage area networks (SAN).
 * Experience coordinating field logistics, equipment shipping, and site readiness preparations for remote hardware deployments.
 * Understanding of federal cybersecurity compliance standards and configuration management best practices.

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## Description

As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the operational readiness, maintenance, and optimization of complex systems within the NSGS team. You will coordinate closely with cross-functional engineering groups and deliver hands-on technical solutions both locally and at remote sites. Key responsibilities include:

 * Collaborate directly with the NSGS team to maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize infrastructure to support smooth daily operations.
 * Travel to remote operational locations to conduct system engineering assessments, install hardware upgrades, and perform hands-on troubleshooting.
 * Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical system and network performance bottlenecks to ensure maximum operational availability.
 * Collaborate with technical leads, field technicians, and stakeholders to coordinate infrastructure upgrades and system modifications.
 * Develop and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and system configuration records.
 * Quality-check system modifications and change requests to ensure alignment with rigorous security and performance standards.
 * Provide engineering support for technical acquisition packages, evaluating equipment capabilities and deployment requirements.
 * Mentor mid-level and junior team members, sharing engineering best practices to enhance overall team operational performance.