Senior Systems Engineer - job 1 of 2

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 # 952

Title: Senior Systems Engineer

Clearance: Active Top Secret

Location: Quantico, VA - onsite

Overview: Agile Defense is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team supporting a mission-critical federal law enforcement program. In this role, you will help architect and maintain secure, high-availability systems that directly enable national criminal justice operations. You’ll play a hands-on role in engineering, integration, deployment, testing, and maintenance of infrastructure and software environments, all while working within a dynamic Project Management Office (PMO).

This position offers the opportunity to engage with a wide range of technical challenges—from virtualization to scripting to system interoperability while supporting law enforcement professionals in the field and across the nation.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Infrastructure & Systems Engineering. Design, implement, and maintain the core systems infrastructure that supports secure, reliable, and scalable IT operations.

- Design, configure, and maintain infrastructure components including firewalls, switches, Active Directory (AD), and DNS.

- Support and manage virtual environments using VMware, HyperV, or Oracle virtualization technologies.

- Install, configure, upgrade, and migrate Windows Server and SQL Server software.

- Participate in the design and delivery of information and operational support systems.

Automation & Scripting. Leverage scripting to automate tasks, enhance efficiency, and support system management across the enterprise.

- Write clean, effective scripts using Python, PowerShell, Ruby, Perl, or similar languages.

Environment Management & Testing. Support the creation and maintenance of test environments to ensure system functionality, security, and performance meet mission requirements.

- Manage and maintain software verification and validation (V&V) environments, including hardware and network components.

- Build and maintain User Acceptance Testing (UAT) environments as needed.

- Install Government-Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) software in test environments on a routine basis.

- Participate in Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) exercises in assigned roles.

Technical Documentation & Procurement Support. Contribute to program planning and acquisitions by developing technical documentation and supporting procurement processes.

- Draft and update procurement documents such as Statements of Work (SOWs) and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).

- Support program planning and future procurements through gap analyses and technical recommendations.

- Identify, evaluate, and assist in resolving program risks and issues.

Security & Compliance Review. Ensure system and network designs meet evolving security standards and technical requirements.

- Review and provide recommendations on proposed network and system designs to ensure compliance with security policies.

- Assist in designing secure system configurations when needed.

Liaison & Stakeholder Support. Serve as a trusted technical advisor and communication bridge between stakeholders, administrators, and engineering teams.

- Liaise with hardware/software support teams, stakeholders, and end users to support integration and troubleshooting.

- Review deliverables and provide technical feedback and approval recommendations.

- Attend local meetings and relevant conferences as required.

- Prepare and deliver technical briefings and presentations within established deadlines.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years’ experience in systems engineering, including infrastructure and virtualization support.

- Experience with:

- Firewalls, switches, AD, DNS

- Virtualization platforms (VMware, HyperV, Oracle)

- Windows Server and SQL Server

- Scripting in Python, PowerShell, or equivalent

- Strong communication skills and ability to provide consultative technical guidance.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Familiarity with Jira implementation

- Relevant certifications such as:

- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

- VMware Data Center Virtualization

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.

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