Senior Systems Engineer

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support an intel program focused on supporting digital expansion. This position is eligible to sit out of the following locations: Annapolis Junction, MD, Fairfax, VA., El Segundo, CA. Tukwila, WA. This role requires TS/SCI clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph.  

This job opens for applications on June 11, 2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the date of posting. 

Responsibilities of the Senior Systems Engineer include: 

• Design and implement secure systems following engineering best practices. 
• Deliver full-spectrum IT support in secure lab environments, from endpoints to servers. 
• Oversee system access, patching, and release planning for hardware and software. 
• Administer and maintain systems, including virtualized environments; automate tasks with scripting. 
• Ensure compliance with RMF/JSIG standards while supporting classified networks and infrastructure. 

Qualifications for the Senior Systems Engineer include: 

• 9 years of experience in lab/test environments and classified network operations. 
• Skilled in OS installation, configuration, and troubleshooting across diverse platforms. 
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as RMF and JSIG, and experience in secure system integration.  
• Extensive experience with enterprise operating systems, virtualization platforms (VMware) and directory services (Active Directory). 
• Hands-on expertise with IT hardware, networking gear, and high-performance computing systems. 
• Security+ certified or able to obtain within 6 months. 
• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (MD customer); CI Poly within last 5 years. 

Compensation for the Senior Systems Engineer include: 

• Salary Range: $150,000 - $175,000 **depending on experience** 
• Full Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays 

Keywords: 

TS/CSI Clearance, Full Scope Polygraph, CI Polygraph, Classified Networks, RMF Compliance, JSIG Standards, Secure System Integration, Systems Engineering, Systems Administration, Virtualization, VMware, Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), PowerShell Scripting, OS Installation& Configuration, Patch Management, System Backups, High Performance Computing (HPC), IT Hardware Support, Networking Equipment, COTS Software, Agile Methodologies, IT Support, Automation, Atlassian, GitHub, DOORS, Cadence 

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