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# 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:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/116e2e67-a8ab-41ad-a587-3cc4c4093690/systems-engineer

## About the Role

* 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

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. Candidates with a minimum Top-Secret clearance need only apply. CI poly will be administered upon hiring., * 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. (Preferred but not required)
 * 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