Job DescriptionPOSITION OVERVIEWSeeking a highly experienced and motivated Systems Engineer to support enterprise-level systems integration, data center operations, and technical advisory functions in support of an Intelligence Community (IC) customers. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of delivering complex technical solutions across multi-site, multi-program environments while serving as a trusted advisor to senior government leadership.
This position requires a self-starter with strong analytical, communication, and project management skills who can operate effectively in dynamic, mission-critical environments. The candidate will support systems engineering and integration activities, acquisition lifecycle management, and inter-agency collaboration efforts.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIESSystems Engineering & Integration- Plan, coordinate, schedule, and execute systems integration projects from inception through commissioning and operational acceptance
- Conduct technical exchange meetings (TEMs) with acquisition offices, system owners, and stakeholders to facilitate requirements analysis
- Review, analyze, and comment on change requests including RFCs, Non-Standard Service Requests, and Request Items impacting site resources
- Utilize DCIM tools to manage system implementation, maintain project tracking, and collaborate in milestone and TEM meetings
Acquisition & SETA Support- Collaborate with SETA teams on end-to-end contract lifecycle management including market surveillance, solicitation creation, budget oversight, SOW writing, and CDRL review
- Assess RFPs/RFIs and write technical proposals in accordance with program requirements
- Elicit and deliver customer requirements documentation including Statements of Work
- Work with cross-functional teams to build and support price-to-win proposals
- Provide subject matter expertise on emerging technologies including generative AI, security logging, machine learning, and data architecture
Program & Project Management- Provide overall leadership and administrative direction to configuration management, access management, and communications security teams
- Host and support milestone meetings including site surveys, PSA/PSR, ORR, ORD, and OAR events
- Provide weekly written and oral program-level briefings for senior management and cross-agency personnel
- Develop and maintain dashboards, metrics, and Gantt charts for mission directors and government leadership
- Author and manage task authorization maintenance service (TAMS) requests to initiate project startups and approve project completions
- Document and work with stakeholders to resolve issues, liens, and risks across all assigned projects
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory- Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on cutting-edge technologies and their strategic application
- Foster inter-agency collaboration and bridge communications between diverse stakeholder groups
- Interface daily with customers and clients, reporting project progress through meetings and formal project reports
- Support R&D transition facilitation, ensuring smooth movement of emerging technologies from research to practical application
QualificationsEducation- Bachelor's degree in a related field (Project Management, Information Technology, Business Administration, or equivalent)
Experience- Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in systems engineering, integration, IT operations, or related technical disciplines
- Demonstrated experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) and/or DoD programs
- Proven experience in project management, systems engineering, configuration management, and enterprise systems integration
- Experience with contract lifecycle management, acquisition support, and SETA functions
- Experience conducting technical briefings to senior government leadership and executive stakeholders
CORE COMPETENCIES- Systems Thinking: Ability to analyze complex systems and recommend integrated solutions
- Technical Communication: Skilled in translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences
- Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across agencies and organizations
- Adaptability: Comfortable operating in dynamic, fast-paced, mission-critical environments
- Analytical Rigor: Strong ability to assess data, identify trends, and drive informed decisions
Technical Skills- Familiarity with change management processes and RFC workflows
- Understanding of emerging technologies including AI/ML, security logging, and data architecture
- Experience with project management tools and reporting platforms (Gantt, dashboards, metrics)
PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS- Primarily office-based location in Contractor or Government spaces
- Ability to work in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) required
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally in support of program requirements
Clearance- Active TS/SCI security clearance with CI polygraph required
