Systems Engineer

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Full-time - Mid Level

Chantilly, VA

About the position

The Systems Engineer at NS2 Mission is responsible for designing and optimizing complex IT infrastructures, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance across diverse systems. This role involves architecting and maintaining robust solutions that support the technological ecosystem of the organization, particularly in a cloud environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness of technical trends in information technology.
• Develop and maintain awareness of ongoing IT projects and business unit requirements.
• Conduct end-to-end cost analysis for projects and ensure compliance with enterprise technical architecture.
• Provide operations and maintenance of applications in the cloud infrastructure.
• Support Sponsor's representatives in cloud environment purchase, engineering, and architecture activities.
• Assist the Sponsor's product owner in mitigating or avoiding risks.
• Deliver development requirements as requested by the Sponsor.
• Utilize a Sponsor-approved tracking system for issues and problems.
• Create and maintain an automated test environment in the Sponsor's AWS environment using technologies such as Selenium.

Requirements

• Proven ability to identify technical and/or security abnormalities and provide documented responses and resolutions.
• Experience supporting the management and execution of technical requirements throughout system lifecycles.
• Expertise in conducting complex problem management research and resolving infrastructure-related issues in collaboration with sponsors.
• Strong experience with multiple operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS (OSX).
• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms such as Hyper-V, ESX, and VirtualBox.
• Proficient with Cisco OS (iOS, NexusOS) and general network infrastructure.
• Experience managing Windows-based environments, including Active Directory, System Center Operations Manager (SCOM), and Virtual Machine Manager (VMM).
• Experience deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting LAN and WAN infrastructures.
• Experience with enterprise-level backup solutions such as Microsoft DPM and ArcServe Backup Suite.
• In-depth experience with SAN design, provisioning, capacity planning, and ongoing maintenance.
• Expertise in designing, engineering, and migrating Hyper-V virtual machines from Windows Server 2008 to 2012 R2 cluster environments.
• Proven experience designing LAN/WAN networks, backup systems, and disaster recovery architectures.
• Experience evaluating hardware and software products against customer requirements to guide technical evaluations and procurements.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining COTS and GOTS applications.
• Experience working with network monitoring appliances to ensure the integrity and security of network infrastructures.
• Experience automating administrative tasks using scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).

Nice-to-haves

• Demonstrated experience in securing IT systems, including understanding security protocols and best practices.
• Proficiency in shell scripting for task automation, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
• Experience with SQL Server, and familiarity with Oracle 10g/11g and MySQL databases.
• Experience with various versions of Microsoft Windows (7, 8, 10, Server 2008R2, 2012, 2012R2, 2016).
• Familiarity with System Center and related management tools for infrastructure management and monitoring.
• Hands-on experience with storage systems, including NetApp and HP solutions.
• Experience with VMware ESX and related virtualization technologies.
• Knowledge of various types of forensic software and methodologies.
• Experience with HP Servers and HP Blade Chassis hardware for enterprise environments.
• Experience providing recommendations on technical standards, security policies, and operational assurance.
• Ability to contribute recommendations during architecture and design reviews for new systems or upgrades.
• Proven experience interfacing with vendors and third-party producers to assess, procure, and implement IT solutions.
• Experience building, configuring, and troubleshooting customized forensic workstations for investigative purposes.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities