Position Summary

The Systems Engineer implements engineering designs and runs proof-of-concept work in development and lab environments for the federal client, supporting controlled release management, change validation, and engineering deliverables across the test/development governance cadence. The role performs additions and changes to network hardware and operating systems, supports modernization and automation, and contributes to Zero Trust enablement and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement engineering designs and build/run proof-of-concept (PoC) work in development and lab environments.
• Support controlled release management, change validation, and production of engineering deliverables across the test/development governance cadence.
• Perform additions and changes to network hardware and operating systems and attached devices - investigation, analysis, recommendation, configuration, installation, and testing of new hardware and software.
• Provide direct support to day-to-day operations on hardware and operating systems, including evaluating system utilization, monitoring response time, and detecting/correcting operational problems.
• Maintain network infrastructure standards, including communications protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Support modernization and technology-refresh initiatives, automation between systems, and reduction of technical debt.
• Contribute to Zero Trust engineering enablement - supporting identity, network, and security platform integration and remediation of identified gaps.
• Provide Tier 4 technical analysis for complex incidents and support root-cause analysis for recurring or high-impact issues in coordination with Operations.
• Support COOP/DR engineering, testing, and documentation; route engineering changes through ERB/CCB and track tasks/deliverables in ServiceNow.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or a related field, or equivalent technical experience/certifications.
• Experience: Three (3)+ years in systems/network engineering or infrastructure engineering, including hands-on configuration, installation, and testing of hardware and software.
• Technical depth: Experience with hybrid Azure/on-premises (Hyper-V) environments, release/change validation, and lab/PoC work; solid command of TCP/IP and network infrastructure standards.
• Process: Experience operating within ERB/CCB change governance using ServiceNow as the system of record.
• Clearance & citizenship: Ability to obtain and maintain a background investigation commensurate with assigned duties; Must hold, at time of award, and be able to maintain a Secret clearance for classified system support. U.S. citizenship is required for this project by the client. All personnel must satisfy client's suitability and background-investigation requirements before receiving physical or logical access to DFC facilities or systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Azure (e.g., AZ-104/AZ-305) certification; CompTIA Security+.
• ITIL v4 Foundation certification.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code and automation tooling.
• Prior federal engineering-services or modernization experience.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Emagine IT's benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off and holidays; and professional development and certification support.

Work Location

This position is 100% on-site at a client office in Washington, D.C.

Physical Requirements

This position is generally performed in a standard office environment. The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee must be able to meet, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position and operate a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in writing/virtually with colleagues, government stakeholders, and leadership.
• Ability to perceive and interpret information displayed on a computer screen, including dashboards, reports, and analytics tools.
• Ability to occasionally move about the office to access files, equipment, or meeting spaces.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move office materials weighing up to 15 pounds (e.g., laptop, documents).

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or interview process should contact [redacted] to request one.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.