Senior Systems Engineer
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What you'll do
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN connectivity.
- Support the design and implementation of LAN, WAN, and remote site network solutions that meet operational and security requirements.
- Analyze network performance data, identify inefficiencies, and recommend technical solutions to improve reliability and throughput.
- Serve as an escalation point for network faults, performing structured troubleshooting to restore service and document root cause.
- Administer physical and virtual server environments, including hypervisor management, operating system patching, and storage configuration.
- Perform system administration tasks such as user account management, access control, directory services, and backup and recovery.
- Plan and execute system and infrastructure upgrades, sequencing work to minimize disruption to ongoing operations.
- Support cloud and hybrid environments, including virtual networks, access controls, and connectivity between cloud and on-premises resources.
- Implement and maintain firewall rules, access control lists, and network segmentation in line with established security policy.
- Harden systems and network devices against established security baselines and support remediation of identified vulnerabilities.
- Support the Security Operations Center in investigating security events affecting network and system infrastructure.
- Apply cybersecurity best practices to day-to-day configuration and change activity.
What they're looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field OR 5+ additional years relevant experience in lieu of education.
- 5+ years of relevant systems and network engineering experience.
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise routing, switching, and firewall platforms.
- Experience administering Windows and Linux server environments and virtualization platforms.
- Working knowledge of cloud networking and hybrid connectivity in AWS or Azure.
- Proficiency with scripting and shell environments for automation and administration.
Nice to have
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Security+, or AWS Solutions Architect – Associate.
- Experience with air-gapped, isolated, or closed network environments in secure settings.
- Experience supporting secure communications and VTC infrastructure.
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and configuration management practices.
- Experience supporting multi-site or distributed infrastructure.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
Sterling, VA (Washington, DC Metro Area) — Minimal travel required to support client engagements
Join our team at Core One! Our mission is to be at the forefront of devising analytical, operational and technical solutions to our Nation's most complex national security challenges. In order to achieve our mission, Core One values people first! We are committed to recruiting, nurturing, and retaining top talent! We offer a competitive total compensation package that sets us apart from our competition. Core One is a team-oriented, dynamic, and growing company that values exceptional performance!
This is a hands-on generalist role for someone comfortable owning a problem from diagnosis through implementation and documentation. The Senior Systems Engineer builds, secures, and sustains the network and systems infrastructure supporting program and customer operations across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments — spanning network configuration and troubleshooting, server and virtualization administration, and the security controls that protect both. The role sits within the Strategic Services Division's Engineering Capabilities Group, reporting to the Deputy Program Manager - Technical, and works closely with Software Engineers and Field IT staff in sensitive operating environments.
***This position requires an active Top Secret (TS) clearance***
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, and VPN connectivity across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments
- Administer physical, virtual, and cloud/hybrid server environments, including hypervisor management, OS patching, storage configuration, and connectivity between cloud and on-premises resources
- Implement and maintain firewall rules, access control lists, and network segmentation; harden systems and network devices against established security baselines; and support the Security Operations Center in investigating security events
- Develop scripts and automation using tools such as Python, PowerShell, or Ansible to reduce repetitive configuration and administration tasks, and configure monitoring and alerting for network and system health, availability, and performance
- Develop and maintain SOPs, network and system diagrams, configuration baselines, and troubleshooting guides
- Collaborate with Software Engineers, Field IT staff, and other technical teams, and provide technical guidance and cross-training to Technical Associates and junior staff
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or 5+ additional years of relevant experience in lieu of education
- 5+ years of relevant systems and network engineering experience
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting enterprise routing, switching, and firewall platforms
- Experience administering Windows and Linux server environments and virtualization platforms
- Working knowledge of cloud networking and hybrid connectivity in AWS or Azure, and proficiency with scripting and shell environments for automation and administration
- Must be a U.S. Citizen and hold an active Top Secret (TS) clearance
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, Security+, or AWS Solutions Architect – Associate
- Experience with air-gapped, isolated, or closed network environments in secure settings
- Experience supporting secure communications and VTC infrastructure
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and configuration management practices
- Experience supporting multi-site or distributed infrastructure
SALARY
Salary Range: $125,000 - $165,000
The pay range reflected above is a general guideline for this position and labor category and is not a guarantee of a specific salary or offer. Final compensation is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, certifications, security clearance level, contract requirements, geographic location, and internal pay equity, and may reflect market data specific to the awarded contract.
SECURITY CLEARANCE
Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Core One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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