Managed Systems Engineer

At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.

Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.

Requisition #: 991

Job Title: Systems Engineer III | Exempt

Job Title for Careers Page: Managed Systems Engineer

Location: HQDACID DACID/IMD Russell-Knox Building 475 Town Center DriveQuantico, Virginia27130

Clearance Level: Active DoD - Top Secret SCI

Required Certification(s): 

·       Must have a total of three (3) of the following Microsoft Certifications consisting of a combination of the following:

·       Must have two (2) of the following Microsoft Certifications:

·       Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect Expert

·       Red Hat Certified Engineer

·       Must have at least one (1) role based Microsoft Certification:

·       Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

·       Identity and Access Administrator Associate

·       Azure Administrator Associate

·       Azure Security Engineer Associate

·       Azure Network Engineer Associate

·       Azure Solutions Architect Expert

·       Azure Security Engineer Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect Expert

·       Security Operations Analyst Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect

·       Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

·       Azure Administrator Associate

·       Azure Network Engineer Associate

·       Closed completed T5 (SSBI, SBPR, PPR) investigation with eligibility to Top Secret.

SUMMARYUS Army Criminal Investigation Division (USACID) Criminal Investigative Management System (CIMS)

Senior Managed Systems Engineer supporting the US Army Criminal Investigation Division (USACID) Criminal Investigative Management System (CIMS)

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·       Responsible for performing duties like site surveys, architecture design, system evaluation, analysis, and infrastructure assessment. Perform duties that require expertise in system/processor architecture, operating systems, software applications, network protocols, routers, switches, remote access servers, and firewalls. Responsible for the installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of computer software.

·       Implements operating systems enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system. Develops and documents system administration standard operating procedures, complies with the governments systems administration standards operating procedures. Manages system/server resources to include performance, capability, availability, serviceability, and recoverability. Installs, updates, and troubleshoots systems/servers, performs repairs on faulty system/server hardware, and hardware/software interface and interoperability problems. Maintains baseline system security according to government policies, and designs group policies and access control lists to ensure compatibility with government standards and business rules. Requires knowledge of cybersecurity and privacy principles, computer networking concepts, protocols, network security methodologies, risk management framework, and government user security policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Certifications

·       Must have a total of three (3) of the following Microsoft Certifications consisting of a combination of the following:

·       Must have two (2) of the following Microsoft Certifications:

·       Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect Expert

·       Red Hat Certified Engineer

·       Must have at least one (1) role based Microsoft Certification:

·       Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

·       Identity and Access Administrator Associate

·       Azure Administrator Associate

·       Azure Security Engineer Associate

·       Azure Network Engineer Associate

·       Azure Solutions Architect Expert

·       Azure Security Engineer Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect Expert

·       Security Operations Analyst Associate

·       Cybersecurity Architect

·       Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

·       Azure Administrator Associate

·       Azure Network Engineer Associate

·       Closed completed T5 (SSBI, SBPR, PPR) investigation with eligibility to Top Secret.

Education, Background, and Years of Experience

·       MS/MA in Computer Science or Information Technology and 10 years experience or BA/BS in Computer Science or Information Technology with12 years experience.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required Skills

·       Posses skills in monitoring, optimizing system/server performance, operating system administration (account maintenance, data backups, system performance, install and configure new hardware/software), operating system hardening techniques, correcting physical and technical problems that impact server performance, and recovering failed systems/servers. Requires knowledge of virtualization technologies and virtual machine development and maintenance. Ability to effectively collaborate with others.

Preferred Skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions

·       Office

Strength Demands

·       Sedentary – 10 lbs. Maximum lifting, occasional lift/carry of small articles.  Some occasional walking or standing may be required.   Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Physical Requirements

·       Stand or Sit; Walk; Repetitive Motion; Use Hands / Fingers to Handle or Feel; Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl; See; Push or Pull; Climb (stairs, ladders) or Balance (ascend / descend, work atop, traverse).

Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. 

What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are.

We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.

Happy - Be Infectious.

Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.

Helpful - Be Supportive.

Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.

Honest - Be Trustworthy.

Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.

Humble - Be Grounded.

Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.

Hungry - Be Eager.

Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.

Hustle - Be Driven.

Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities