ECS

Mid Systems Engineer

ECS$135K — $160K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DoD Top Secret clearance with eligibility for SCI access after hire, including counterintelligence scope polygraph.
  • Expertise in Microsoft Server operating systems (current and legacy).
  • Experience with VMware in large-scale enterprise virtualization environments.
  • Hands-on knowledge of enterprise-class Certificate Authority (CA) systems, including installation and configuration.
  • Strong background in server hardware and network configuration with a focus on PKI interoperability.
  • Familiarity with Certificate Authority Administration and related support services.
  • Over 5 years of technical experience in a large federal IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Provide 24/7 Tier-4 support for PKI/credentialing infrastructure to ensure high availability.
  • Engineer, administer, and maintain CNSS systems and associated applications.
  • Operate lab testing environments to verify and test production updates and changes.
  • Assist in building enterprise PKI infrastructure and implement NPE solutions.
  • Consolidate standalone PKI/credentialing services into a cohesive infrastructure.
  • Maintain ongoing PKI/credentialing operations, including Certificate Authority service.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for sensitive compartmented information access after passing necessary security checks.
  • Comprehensive support and development environment for a robust PKI solution.
  • Opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology in a vital government program.
Full Job Description
ECS is seeking a Systems Engineer - MID to work in our Washington, DC office.

Overview:

We are seeking a Mid Systems Engineer to join our team supporting an enterprise-wide CNSS Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) solution. In this role, you will be responsible for the engineering, integration, and maintenance of PKI/credentialing systems, spanning from concept and development to implementation and ongoing operations. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to the Government by recommending updates, improvements, and enhancements to the existing infrastructure under an Agile development framework.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Tier-4 Support: Provide escalated, round-the-clock support for PKI/credentialing infrastructure, ensuring maximum availability and performance.
  • System Engineering & Administration: Engineer, administer, and maintain CNSS systems and supporting applications. Evolve production systems and plan future technology migrations.
  • Lab Testing & Verification: Operate and maintain lab testing environments at multiple classification levels to emulate production systems. Test and verify release components (updates, patches, change requests) to ensure smooth production deployments.
  • PKI/Credentialing Infrastructure & Solutions: Support the build-out of enterprise PKI/credentialing backend infrastructures. Engineer and assist with Non-Person Entity (NPE) solutions for PKI/credentialing. Plan and execute consolidation of existing standalone PKI/credentialing services. Maintain PKI/credentialing operations, including Certificate Authority (CA) service design and implementation.


Salary Range: $135,000-$160,000

General Description of Benefits

  • Applicant must possess and be able to maintain a minimum of DoD Top Secret clearance and be eligible for Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) access which will require a counterintelligence scope polygraph after hire.
  • Microsoft Server OS Expertise: In-depth knowledge of both current and legacy Microsoft Server operating systems.
  • Virtualization Experience: Familiarity with VMware (installation, administration, feature utilization) in large-scale enterprise environments.
  • Certificate Authority Systems: Hands-on experience with enterprise-class Certificate Authority (CA) systems, including installation, configuration, and day-to-day operations.
  • Server & Network Configuration: Strong background in server hardware and network configuration, focusing on PKI interoperability across a large-scale enterprise network.
  • Additional Technical Skills: Experience with Certificate Authority Administration, Certificate Enrollment Web Service & Policy Web Service, and routine administration support of production PKI solutions.
  • Experience Requirements: 5+ years technical experience preferably in a large federal IT infrastructure.

About ECS

ECS is a leading provider of digital solutions and services to the federal government. The company was founded in 2001 by Roy Kapani and has since grown to become a trusted partner to a wide range of government agencies. ECS offers a broad range of services, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. The company has been recognized for its innovative solutions and has won numerous awards, including the AWS Public Sector Partner of the Year award.
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