Desktop Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/Polygraph

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$147K — $199K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of related experience in IT infrastructure and operations.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph is required.
  • Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements.
  • Bachelor's Degree plus 6+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Detailed knowledge of end-user computing environments and associated infrastructure components.
  • Experience with Windows 10 and 11 deployment and management.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages like Python, PowerShell, and Bash.

Responsibilities

  • Build strategies for endpoint environments incorporating new technology.
  • Maintain and update DISA-approved WIM and Secure Host Baseline (SHB).
  • Package and deploy Windows and Office Security Updates.
  • Develop and document configuration guides as needed.
  • Create and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs) in Active Directory for end-user devices.
  • Deploy and maintain desktop images and applications updates.
  • Craft technical support documentation for IT systems.

Benefits

  • Variety of medical plan options, including those with Health Savings Accounts.
  • 401(k) plan with pre/post-tax contribution options and a company match.
  • Flexible work weeks to promote work/life balance.
  • Paid time off plans including vacation, sick, and personal time.
  • Short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance options.
  • Critical illness and business travel insurance available.
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret SCI + Polygraph

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Complex Systems, Information Technology (IT), Virtualization
Certifications:
None
Experience:
10 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

Our work depends on a Systems Engineer joining our team to support Government activities in Annapolis Junction, MD or Sterling, VA.

At GDIT, we foster a people-focused and customer-centric environment in delivering Desktop Engineering Services. As a Systems Engineer supporting the Government, you will be a part of a team charged with engineering solutions for desktop (physical & virtual) builds for Windows, Apple, and Linux operating systems, STIF compliance, lifecycle, etc.

In this role, a typical day may include:
  • Building the strategy for the endpoint environment, including emerging technology, new technical solutions, software, and hardware based on DIA CIO roadmaps
  • Maintaining DISA-approved WIM and Secure Host Baseline (SHB) including testing and transferring to appropriate enclaves
  • Downloading, packaging, and deploying Windows and Office Security Updates
  • Developing, implementing, and documenting formal configuration guides as needed
  • Developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining Group Policy Objects (GPOs) in Microsoft Active Directory (AD) for end user devices, which implement STIG and other device and account controls
  • Developing, testing, and deploying desktop images including applications and GPO updates
  • Deploying and updating approved packaged applications using PowerShell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT)
  • Developing technical support documentation for IT equipment and systems as required


WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph
  • Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following: Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security.
  • Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
  • Detailed knowledge of end user computing environments including Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OSX, and their supporting infrastructure components such as Active Directory, group policy creation and maintenance, and SCCM
  • Experience with deploying, configuring, and managing enterprise solutions for Windows 10 and 11
  • Experience with Python, PowerShell, and Bash Scripting
  • Familiarity with VMware ESXi and VSphere.
  • Familiarity with virtualization network on multiple classifications.
  • Familiarity with Citrix or VMware VDI architecture.


The likely salary range for this position is $147,292 - $199,278. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Travel Required:
Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA VA Sterling

Additional Work Locations:
USA MD Annapolis Junction

Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:
As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

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