Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc.

$88K — $115K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of related experience required
  • Strong background in complex systems and system administration
  • Proficient in server virtualization (VMWare/Microsoft Hyper-V)
  • Extensive experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Windows Server platforms
  • Familiarity with PowerShell scripting and systems automation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on documentation accuracy

Responsibilities

  • Design and manage server and application architectures
  • Administer the operation and maintenance of server hardware/software
  • Implement and monitor system security measures
  • Develop baseline configuration and modify settings as needed
  • Lead troubleshooting efforts and incident responses
  • Provide guidance to junior engineers and administrators
  • Stay updated on technology trends and recommend improvements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Flexible workweeks and various paid time off policies
  • Disability, life, and accident insurance options
  • Review of benefits package to remain competitive
  • Focus on work/life balance with generous leave options
Full Job Description
Type of Requisition:
Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:
Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:
Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:
None

Job Family:
IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications:

Skills:
Complex Systems, System Administration, Systems Design, Systems Development, Technical Knowledge
Certifications:
None
Experience:
5 + years of related experience
US Citizenship Required:
Yes

Job Description:

SYSTEMS ENGINEER SR PRINCIPAL

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer Advisor you will help manages design of server and application architectures. Manages the administrative operation and maintenance of server hardware and software. Maintains system security and establishes practices and procedures, monitors usage statistics and logs, monitors and remedies attempts to penetrate or corrupt server files. Develops baseline configurations and directs modification of configuration settings. Develops troubleshooting and incident response procedures. Troubleshoots system related problems. Provides team leadership and guidance to less experienced administrators. Remains current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications. Recommends future direction or projects to management. Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)
  • ITIL v3 Foundation certification preferred
  • Has full technical knowledge of all phases of systems engineering
  • Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through
  • Provides technical guidance and leadership to engineers with less experience Creation of effective user manuals;
  • Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work
  • May review the work of others and be able to detect errors or needed modifications
  • Able to identify and resolve problems or inadequacies of systems engineering


Required Experience:
  • 5+ years of related experience


Required Technical Skills:
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022)
  • Experience with PowerShell Scripting and systems automation
  • Experience performing troubleshooting for technicians and/or end users utilizing Service Now ticketing system.
  • Strong experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)
  • Participate in project planning and management, providing technical guidance and expertise as needed.


Security Clearance Level:
  • TS / SCI


Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across diverse audiences and influence cross functionally.
  • Competent to work at a high technical level on all phases of systems engineering activities.
  • excellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through.
  • Experience in creating effective technical documentation.
  • Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work.


Preferred Skills:
  • Ability to multi-task as well as be strategic, creative, and innovative in a dynamic, fast-paced matrix team environment.
  • Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in MECM and related systems and provide recommendations for future improvements.


Location:
  • On Customer Site


Citizenship Required:
  • US Citizenship


The likely salary range for this position is $88,130 - $115,000. 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:
10-25%

Telecommuting Options:
Onsite

Work Location:
USA NC Fort Bragg

Additional Work Locations:

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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