Independent Software, Inc. · 1 month ago
System Engineer, Level 3
Ellicott City, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expIndependent Software, Inc. is focused on collaboration, integrity, and innovation in supporting national security missions. The Systems Engineer, Level 3 will be responsible for the administration, automation, and security compliance of critical client/server environments, ensuring system integrity and performance while collaborating with users and a dedicated engineering team.
AnalyticsCloud ComputingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyMachine LearningSecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support systems engineering and system administration activities across secure client/server environments
Maintain system integrity, availability, performance, and security in both Windows and Linux environments
Implement and support automation and operational improvements to enhance system reliability and efficiency
Ensure systems comply with security requirements, policies, and compliance standards
Administer and support identity and access management services, including Active Directory, LDAP, Centrify, Group Policy, and core network services
Manage system patching, vulnerability remediation, and secure configuration baselines
Support containerized and orchestrated environments, including Kubernetes-based deployments
Troubleshoot complex system and network issues and escalate risks, outages, or security concerns to management as required
Work closely with users and customers to resolve issues and support mission requirements
Qualification
Required
Strong systems engineering and system administration experience
Demonstrated knowledge of security compliance principles and secure system operations
Strong understanding of enterprise networking devices and technologies, including Cisco, Juniper, and Arista
Hands-on system administration experience in both Windows and Linux environments
Familiarity with containerization technologies and orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes
Experience administering identity and access management technologies, including Active Directory, LDAP, Centrify, Group Policy, and network services
Strong knowledge of security protocols, system hardening, patching, and vulnerability management
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to clearly document issues and escalate technical risks or incidents to management
Bachelor's degree in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus six (6) years of systems engineering experience; or
High School Diploma or GED, plus ten (10) years of general systems engineering experience across any process area; or
Master's degree in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus four (4) years of systems engineering experience; or
PhD in a qualified engineering field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of systems engineering experience
Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Generous benefits
Work-life balance
Company
Independent Software, Inc.
Independent Software supports our customers by providing next-generation cyber services, intelligence and all-source analytics, machine learning, and mission application development.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Rhonda Jansen
President and CEO
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