Systems Engineer

Leidos Holding$107K — $195K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience, Master's with 6+ years, or 12+ years of equivalent experience
  • TS/SCI clearance with polygraph required
  • Foundational knowledge of Active Directory management
  • Familiarity with Windows Server and domain-joined systems
  • Basic understanding of Group Policy management
  • Exposure to Citrix environments and troubleshooting
  • Basic experience in software installation and configuration on Windows systems

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the escalation point between Tier 2 support and engineering
  • Triage and logically resolve issues escalated from Tier 2 support
  • Collaborate with engineering team to troubleshoot infrastructure issues
  • Document troubleshooting processes and final resolutions
  • Assist in maintaining operational stability of Windows systems
  • Develop skills to independently handle complex issues over time
  • Support the setup and management of Windows infrastructure environments

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative and hands-on work environment
  • Engagement with advanced technologies and complex systems
  • Chance to contribute to impactful projects
  • Exposure to a variety of integrated platforms and applications
Full Job Description

Systems Engineer - Windows Infrastructure

Your greatest work is ahead!

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, and sustainment of Windows-based systems within complex enclave environments. This role operates between Tier 2 support and senior engineering, serving as a key escalation point while developing deeper engineering capability.

The position focuses on Windows infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows Server environments, along with integrated platforms such as Citrix, Microsoft Exchange, and Microsoft SQL Server. The engineer will support troubleshooting, system integration, and operational stability across multiple independent systems.

These environments consist of separate enclaves with unique configurations and a wide range of COTS and engineering applications. Success in this role requires the ability to logically troubleshoot issues, clearly communicate findings, and collaborate closely with senior engineers to drive resolution.

This is a hands-on role with strong growth expectations, providing the opportunity to develop into a more advanced systems engineering position over time.

Are you ready to make an impact? Begin your journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your resume with us today!


Responsibilities Include:

  • Serve as the escalation point between Tier 2 support and the engineering team
  • Triage and resolve issues escalated from Tier 2, ensuring problems are logically assessed and well-understood before escalation
  • Work hand-in-hand with the engineering team to troubleshoot and resolve system and infrastructure issues
  • Provide clear, concise problem statements and supporting analysis, ensuring escalated issues are well-defined and on the right path toward resolution
  • Collaborate with Senior Engineers to troubleshoot complex issues and drive them through to resolution
  • Document troubleshooting steps and final resolutions in partnership with Senior Engineers to build shared knowledge and repeatable solutions
  • Continuously develop the ability to independently resolve recurring and moderately complex issues over time
  • Provide operational support as needed to maintain stability of Windows domain and server environments

Required Experience, Skills, and Education:

  • Requires a Bachelor degree and at least 8 years of experience or Master and at least 6 years of experience OR at least 12 years of experience in lieu of degree.

  • Must have a TS/SCI with poly to be considered.

Required Experience & Growth Expectations

  • Foundational knowledge of Active Directory, including users, groups, organizational units, and basic administration
    • Ability and willingness to grow into more advanced domain concepts such as Group Policy design, creation, and troubleshooting
  • Working familiarity with Windows Server administration and domain-joined systems
    • Develop deeper understanding of system-level configuration, performance, and integration across services
  • Basic experience with Group Policy, including reviewing and applying existing policies
    • Grow into the ability to design, implement, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
  • Familiarity with Citrix environments, including Citrix Studio and troubleshooting user logon and machine registration issues
    • Develop the ability to build and manage machine catalogs, delivery groups, and maintain gold images
  • Experience installing and configuring software on Windows workstations
    • Grow into the ability to package applications using tools such as PDQ and deploy software across multiple systems in a controlled and repeatable manner
  • Basic experience configuring and managing print queues within Windows environments
    • Grow into automating and standardizing printer deployments using scripting, and managing enterprise print configurations using tools such as HP Web Jetadmin, including applying templates and security baselines across multiple MFP devices
  • Basic experience troubleshooting Microsoft Outlook and end-user email issues (profiles, connectivity, client performance, mailbox access)
    • Grow into a working administrative understanding of Microsoft Exchange, including mail flow concepts, mailbox management, and issue triage (non-architectural, operational support level)
  • Experience troubleshooting Windows-based systems and infrastructure issues
    • Strengthen problem-solving skills to independently diagnose and resolve moderately complex issues
  • Exposure to scripting or automation (e.g., PowerShell) for routine tasks
    • Expand capability to automate common administrative functions and improve operational efficiency
  • Ability to clearly document issues, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions
    • Grow into creating reusable documentation and contributing to operational knowledge bases and runbooks
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills when working with Tier 2 support and Senior Engineers
    • Develop confidence in leading troubleshooting efforts and driving issues to resolution

Clearance Required:

  • TS/SCI with Poly

  • You will be required to pass both a customer required and administered medical and psychological screening, as a condition of employment



Original Posting:
June 8, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:
Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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