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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Engineer - **Company:** APR Consulting, Inc. - **Location:** Dedham, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $184,101.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, VMware ESX Servers, Network Configuration and Change Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Requirements Management, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Wireshark, Virtual Machines, Restful APIs - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=dba36411ba27cffa ## About the Role Do you have experience in Wireshark?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, Technology, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline required * Minimum of 8 years of job-related experience, or * Master's degree with 6 years of job-related experience * Agile development experience preferred, * Active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance required at time of hire * Candidates must be eligible to maintain access to classified information * U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of work performed within defense programs Preferred Skills and Experience * Strong understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, and practices * Experience developing Systems Design documentation including: + Use Cases + CONOPS (Concept of Operations) + Requirements Management * Test procedure development and execution experience * 3-5 years of experience collaborating with software teams to define systems design specifications * Experience with integrated product teams Nice-to-Have Skills: * SNMP and REST API knowledge * ESXi, operating systems, and virtual machine configuration experience * Network configuration and troubleshooting * Experience with DOORS or Cameo * Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and digital certificate management * Protocol analysis using Wireshark * UX/UI design experience, * Passion for designing complex systems and solving challenging technical problems * Ability to define project scope, schedules, and deliverables * Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Strong technical leadership and decision-making skills * Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams * Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and concepts * Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement * Excellent written and verbal communication skills ## Description * Support the development of mission-critical Cybersecurity Manager Applications * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define and develop system solutions * Develop systems designs, including Use Cases, CONOPS, and requirements management artifacts * Create and execute test procedures to validate system functionality and performance * Work closely with software development teams to define system design specifications * Participate in integrated product team activities throughout the system lifecycle * Support system integration, verification, and validation efforts * Analyze technical requirements and translate them into system-level solutions * Provide technical direction and leadership on engineering activities * Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation, including the application of AI technologies * Contribute to the successful delivery of complex defense and cybersecurity systems ## Related Videos - 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