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Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Information Technology

Fort Liberty, NCJob$117–155K/yrPosted 5mo ago

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Compensation
$117–155K/yr
Location
Fort Liberty, NC
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ITIL V3 Foundation CertificationTS/SCI clearanceBachelor's degree

Job overview

General Dynamics Information Technology is hiring a Systems Engineer. Systems Engineer Sr Principal at GDIT advances client operations by designing and managing server and application architectures, ensuring system security, and delivering technical guidance. The role involves creating baseline configurations, troubleshooting, incident response, and leading less‑experienced administrators while producing documentation and user manuals. Candidates must possess extensive Active Directory and Windows Server expertise, PowerShell automation, and virtualization experience.

Key focus areas include Design server and application architectures for client environments., Manage administrative operation and maintenance of server hardware and software., and Maintain system security and establish monitoring practices and procedures..

Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Of Related Experience, Active Secret Clearance, and TS/SCI Clearance Eligibility. Important skills include Complex Systems, System Administration, Systems Design, Systems Development, Technical Knowledge, and Server Virtualization. Preferred (not required): Multi-Task, Strategic Thinking, Creativity, and Innovative Thinking.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Complex SystemsSystem AdministrationSystems DesignSystems DevelopmentTechnical KnowledgeServer VirtualizationVMWareMicrosoft Hyper-VSystems EngineeringCommunication SkillsTactEffective Listening SkillsFollow ThroughTechnical GuidanceUser Manuals CreationDetail OrientedOrganizedInformation Systems UnderstandingAccuracy of WorkDetect ErrorsIdentify and Resolve ProblemsMicrosoft Active Directory AdministrationWindows Server PlatformsPowerShell ScriptingSystems AutomationTroubleshootingServiceNow Ticketing SystemProject ManagementBriefing SkillsTechnical DocumentationMulti-TaskStrategic ThinkingCreativityInnovative ThinkingMECMCreation of Effective User ManualsUnderstand Information SystemsWindows Server Platforms 2016/2019/2022Service Now Ticketing SystemInterpersonal SkillsEffectively Communicate Across Diverse AudiencesInfluence Cross FunctionallyCreating Effective Technical DocumentationStrategicCreativeInnovativeStay Up to Date With Latest Technologies and Trends in MECM

Qualifications

5+ Years of Related ExperienceActive Secret ClearanceAble to Obtain TS/SCI ClearanceUS CitizenshipITIL v3 Foundation Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Parental Leave

Full job description

Req ID: RQ218433

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Skills:

Complex Systems,System Administration,Systems Design,Systems Development,Technical Knowledge

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

SYSTEMS ENGINEER SR PRINCIPAL

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Systems Engineer Sr Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer Advisor at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer Advisor you will help manages design of server and application architectures. Manages the administrative operation and maintenance of server hardware and software. Maintains system security and establishes practices and procedures, monitors usage statistics and logs, monitors and remedies attempts to penetrate or corrupt server files. Develops baseline configurations and directs modification of configuration settings. Develops troubleshooting and incident response procedures. Troubleshoots system related problems. Provides team leadership and guidance to less experienced administrators. Remains current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications. Recommends future direction or projects to management. Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

  • Experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)

  • ITIL v3 Foundation certification preferred

  • Has full technical knowledge of all phases of systems engineering

  • Excellent communication skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through

  • Provides technical guidance and leadership to engineers with less experienceCreation of effective user manuals;

  • Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work

  • May review the work of others and be able to detect errors or needed modifications

  • Able to identify and resolve problems or inadequacies of systems engineering

Required Experience:

  • 5+ years of related experience

Required Technical Skills:

  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022)

  • Experience with PowerShell Scripting and systems automation

  • Experience performing troubleshooting for technicians and/or end users utilizing Service Now ticketing system.

  • Strong experience with server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V)

  • Participate in project planning and management, providing technical guidance and expertise as needed.

Security Clearance Level:

  • Active Secret clearance required to start and must be able to obtain TS/SCI

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate across diverse audiences and influence cross functionally.

  • Competent to work at a high technical level on all phases of systems engineering activities.

  • excellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through.

  • Experience in creating effective technical documentation.

  • Detail oriented and organized; able to understand information systems and ensure accuracy of work.

Preferred Skills:

  • Ability to multi-task as well as be strategic, creative, and innovative in a dynamic, fast-paced matrix team environment.

  • Stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends in MECM and related systems and provide recommendations for future improvements.

Location:

  • On Customer Site

Citizenship Required:

  • US Citizenship

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

  • Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

  • Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

  • Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

  • Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in intelligence at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for securing the mission.

The likely salary range for this position is $116,813 - $155,250. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process:

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work:

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at https://gdit.com/tc.

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