About the position
Parsons is seeking talented Systems Engineers to join our dynamic team, where you will be at the forefront of defensive cyber operations focused on cyber development. In this role, you will be challenged to design and develop innovative solutions that integrate into and advance the state of the art of remote-enabled defensive cyber operations. You will have the opportunity to work on high-level cyber development projects for national defense programs, making a significant impact in the field. The position is based in Oceanside, CA, and requires the ability to obtain a US government security clearance. Expect approximately 10% air travel as part of your responsibilities. As a Systems Engineer, you will assist in identifying and integrating open source, commercial, and government-owned capabilities into a government-owned Kubernetes-enabled platform. This role is critical in ensuring that our cyber operations remain cutting-edge and effective in protecting national interests. You will collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who share a common goal of excellence and innovation in cybersecurity. Your contributions will help shape the future of defensive cyber operations and ensure the success of our missions around the globe.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop solutions for remote-enabled defensive cyber operations.
- Integrate open source, commercial, and government-owned capabilities into a Kubernetes-enabled platform.
- Collaborate with a distributed team using git for version control and project management.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field; additional experience may suffice in lieu of degree.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in systems or software development/engineering roles.
- Proficiency in Python programming language.
- DevOps proficiency including virtualization and infrastructure-as-code automation tools (Ansible/Puppet).
- Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, etc.).
- Strong networking skills, including configuration and packet capture analysis.
- Strong Linux systems administration knowledge and experience, including shell scripting.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Nice-to-haves
- Windows administration experience including PowerShell scripting.
- Experience working with LTAC.
- Experience supporting US Government DCO missions.
- Knowledge of defensive cyberspace TTPs.
- Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
- Experience with ACAS or Nessus.
- Knowledge of Elastic and Kibana, including dashboard creation and data ingestion.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range of $117,000.00 - $210,600.00.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace.
