Description:

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking a System Engineer (SE3) to support the design, integration, and sustainment of complex enterprise IT systems within mission-critical environments. This role focuses on analyzing system requirements, developing and maintaining system architectures, and supporting large-scale server, network, and infrastructure operations. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with enterprise systems, scripting/automation, and deep troubleshooting across Windows and Linux environments, serving as a key technical resource for diagnosing and resolving complex system and server issues. This position includes collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams, participation in system engineering processes, and technical leadership to ensure system performance, stability, and compliance with requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze system requirements and support development of system-level and derived requirements
• Design, implement, and maintain enterprise infrastructure solutions across server and network environments
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex server and system issues, serving as an escalation point for critical outages and performance problems
• Support system integration, testing, and deployment activities for complex IT systems
• Develop and maintain system engineering documentation (e.g., requirements, architecture, interface control documents)
• Create and maintain scripts and automation tools to support system operations and maintenance
• Participate in configuration management, change control processes, and CCB activities
• Collaborate with software, network, and security engineers to ensure system performance and interoperability
• Support system lifecycle activities including design, testing, accreditation, and operations
• Conduct system performance analysis and contribute to reliability and maintainability improvements
• Provide technical input during design reviews, program reviews, and integration efforts

Qualifications:

• 20+ years of System Engineering or related enterprise IT experience supporting complex programs
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline (or 5 additional years of experience in lieu of degree)
• Strong hands-on experience with enterprise server environments (Windows/Linux), systems administration, and advanced troubleshooting
• Experience with scripting/automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or similar) and supporting full system lifecycle activities

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants.
• Certification Requirements:
  • DOD 8570 Certification

This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Salary Range Transparency

At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and rewarded for their contributions.

How We Determine Salary Ranges

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.

Really good benefits, for really GREAT people:

From our CTP Family to yours, we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you, not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where you're going, together.

Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.

Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.

Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution

PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.

Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.

Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.

Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.

Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!