Computer Systems Engineer/Architect - TS/SCI w/Poly
Baltimore, MDJob$104–181K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Parsons seeks a Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to support the design, development, integration, operation, and maintenance of complex technology systems. The role focuses on IT network and infrastructure design, evaluating new network technologies for integration, and documenting systems. Candidates need an active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance, a DoD Level II certification or higher, and typically a bachelor's degree with five or more years of experience; additional experience may substitute for the degree.
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In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!
At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for a Computer Systems Engineer/Architect to join our team! In this role you will get to support the design, development, integration, operation, and maintenance of complex technology systems while applying advanced expertise to technical challenges.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Design and define IT networks for new or existing computer systems supporting the command or enterprise
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Perform complex systems development and IT infrastructure design work that may include logic network design, physical network design, manufacturing and development cost projections, IT systems engineering
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Evaluate new network technologies and make recommendations to project managers regarding integration of these technologies into the existing network
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Develop documentation on new or existing systems
What Required Qualifications You'll Bring:
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Active TS/SCI w/ Poly
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Typically requires a bachelor's degree in related discipline and 5+ years of experience
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Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree
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Active DoD Level II certification or higher
What Desired Qualifications You'll Bring:
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Master's degree in related discipline and 2+ years of experience
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Cloud Design and Development
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2+ years hands-on experience with SharePoint Platforms (2010, 2013, 2016)
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Experience with Atlassian products (JIRA and Confluence)
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Experience with ServiceNow
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Experience with business process automation
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.
Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.
We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .
About Us
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.
Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.
For more about Parsons, visit parsons.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
How this job compares
Set against the 1,000 open Systems Architect jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$104–181K/yr
- Maryland median$135–225K/yr34 salary ranges
- US median$140–232K/yr811 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $142K, is 22% below the Maryland median midpoint ($182K) — in the lowest quarter of Systems Architect salary ranges in Maryland.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 44 open Systems Architect jobs in Maryland and 1,000 across the US. 18% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Maryland
- Northrop Grumman7 open
- Leidos6 open
- Lockheed Martin4 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Systems Architect postings that state a minimum ask for 8 years at the median (890 postings).
- Education
- 426 of the 1,000 open Systems Architect jobs (43%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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