DescriptionSystems Engineer ActioNet is seeking a Systems Engineer to assist in the design, implementation, and sustainment of Windows and Linux infrastructure supporting mission-critical systems in a classified environment. This role bridges engineering and operations, contributing to infrastructure architecture, build standards, and technical solutions while also providing hands-on operational support. The Systems Engineer collaborates with architects, cybersecurity teams, and administrators to ensure infrastructure is secure, scalable, and compliant with DoD and Intelligence Community security standards. The position requires onsite support 90% of the time, limited travel, U.S. citizenship, and an active TS SCI and eligible for CI Poly. (Camp Smith)
Salary $177-207K
Essential Functions/ Job Duties- Work directly with customers, architects, and engineering teams in a technical role
- Assist in the design and implementation of Windows and Linux infrastructure solutions
- Develop and maintain system build standards, baselines, and configuration guidance
- Support system deployments from bare metal through production environments
- Evaluate infrastructure requirements and recommend technical solutions
- Support integration of compute, storage, networking, and virtualization platforms
- Monitor system performance and recommend improvements or optimizations
- Support backups, disaster recovery planning, and system recovery operations
- Ensure infrastructure designs and implementations adhere to STIGs, RMF, and IC security requirements
- Participate in security reviews, technical exchanges, and design discussions
- Provide escalation support and technical guidance to system administrators
- Maintain engineering documentation, diagrams, and system design artifacts
- Support audits, inspections, and accreditation activities
Preferred Qualifications- Strong Windows and Linux system engineering experience
- Experience with virtualization platforms and enterprise infrastructure
- Knowledge of system hardening, security controls, and compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with ACAS, SCAP, and system auditing tools
Preferred Certifications- CompTIA Security+
- VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Microsoft Windows Server certification
What's in It for You?
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Education and Professional Training
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Employee Recognition and Referral Programs
- Employee Assistance & Identity Theft Protection
