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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Systems Engineer - **Company:** Columbia Technology Partners - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - $225,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Documentation, Program Optimization, Linux, Interoperability, Uptime, Windows Servers, Software Systems, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Reliability of Systems - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=daec29196a223ddf ## About the Role Do you have experience in Systems integration?, Do you have a High school diploma or GED?, * Bachelor's degree in an accredited engineering or related technical discipline with twenty (20) years of systems engineering experience; or * High School Diploma or GED with twentyfive (25) years of broad systems engineering experience across relevant disciplines. * Proven experience supporting FORNSAT systems and executing complex systems integration efforts., * U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. * Certification Requirements: + DOD 8570 Certification This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph. ## Description Columbia Technology Partners is hiring a Principal Systems Engineer to lead the engineering and sustainment of complex, missionfocused enterprise systems. This position delivers seniorlevel technical authority across FORNSAT environments, RFenabled solutions, and GOTSbased architectures, supporting highly integrated Linux, virtualization, and multidomain system infrastructures., * Serve as a senior technical lead for the engineering, integration, validation, and operational sustainment of RFenabled and FORNSAT hardware and software systems. * Design and implement enterprise system architectures built on Government OffTheShelf (GOTS) technologies. * Engineer, deploy, and maintain virtualization platforms supporting both cloudhosted and onpremises environments. * Perform advanced administration and troubleshooting of Linux systems to ensure system resilience, uptime, and security compliance. * Integrate, configure, and support GOTS solutions within largescale, interconnected system environments. * Lead Windows Server operations, including system optimization, automation, security hardening, and lifecycle management. * Coordinate with engineering, operations, and mission partners to ensure system interoperability and operational readiness. * Establish and maintain technical standards, system documentation, monitoring strategies, and cybersecurity best practices., Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors: * Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure. * Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive. * Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range. * Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards. * Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team. ## Related Videos - [This Is Not Your Father's .NET](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/967-this-is-not-your-father-s-net) - [DevOps at Netflix](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/270-devops-at-netflix) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Introducing Digital Samba Embedded Video Conferencing API MCP Server](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1640-introducing-digital-samba-embedded-video-conferencing-api-mcp-server) - [Leading with Reliability: Applying SRE Principles to Build Stronger Engineering Organizations](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100185-leading-with-reliability-applying-sre-principles-to-build-stronger-engineering-organizations) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026)