Systems Engineer (Multiple Levels)

The FAAs National Airspace System (NAS) Enterprise Services Group (AJW17) serves as the Office of Primary Responsibility for second-level engineering and operational support of enterprise-level systems in the NAS. Providing 24/7 technical assistance AJW17 ensures vital NAS systems operate safely reliably and securely by managing trouble tickets troubleshooting system failures resolving performance issues and overseeing lifecycle maintenance activities. AJW-17 integrates cybersecurity standards configuration control and enterprise architecture compliance into FAA infrastructure modernization efforts aligning technology implementation with strategic resilience security and mission assurance objectives.

Noblis is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Systems Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for implementing security requirements validating them through test activities and deploying solutions to meet mission objectives. The Systems Engineer will install configure and maintain system infrastructures with a focus on Windows Server environments and VMware platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system hardening cybersecurity and hands-on support for enterprise systems and networks. You will play a key role in ensuring the stability security and efficiency of our IT operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and decompose system service and network architectures and requirements
• Design and plan system implementation through the development of detailed implementation plans ensuring alignment with architectures.
• Assist with the testing and validation of security requirements by coordinating and running functional performance and security tests.
• Install configure and maintain Windows Server environments and VMware ESXi hosts.
• Provide support for a variety of technologies including Windows Operating Systems VMware and MySQL.
• Implement and enforce security controls and hardening measures based on industry best practices (e.g. CIS Benchmarks).
• Maintain system baselines and manage configuration items in accordance with organizational policies and standards.
• Apply systems engineering principles to identify and mitigate cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
• Support secure data transfers between networks of different classification levels including understanding of transmission protocols and cross-domain solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and recommendations during project review meetings and engineering discussions.
• Ensure systems are patched and compliant with Windows security best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex issues independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
• Demonstrate proficiency in Internet Protocol (IP) DNS and general network configuration.
• Create and maintain technical documentation diagrams and knowledge-sharing materials.
• Clearly communicate complex technical concepts in both written and verbal formats.

• Respond to ad hoc technical issues and participate in 24/7 on-call support rotation as needed.

• Hands-on experience with Windows Server and VMware ESXi installation configuration and support.
• Knowledge of MySQL database support and administration.
• Experience with system hardening and compliance with security policies and benchmarks (e.g. CIS).
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and secure system design.
• Strong understanding of IP networking DNS and protocol configurations.
• Ability to effectively document technical procedures and deliver presentations.
• Proven ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• U.S. citizen or green card permanent resident (lived in the U.S. for 3 years)

Senior-level

• Minimum of 20 years experience with Bachelors degree in engineering (systems civil electrical electronic chemical industrial mechanical aeronautical avionics environmental or computer).

• Masters degree in related field may be substituted for bachelors degree and 3 years experience.

• PhD in related field may be substituted for bachelors degree and 7 years experience.

• Compensation Ranges: D.C. and N.J. - $124000 - $193750

Mid-level

• Minimum of 6 years experience with Bachelors Degree in engineering (systems civil electrical electronic chemical industrial mechanical aeronautical avionics environmental or computer).

• Masters Degree in related field may be substituted for Bachelors Degree and 3 years experience.

• PhD in related field may be substituted for Bachelors Degree and 7 years experience.

• Compensation Ranges: D.C. and N.J. - $93200 - $145550

• Industry certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server VMware VCP Security CISSP or similar.
• Experience working with systems in classified or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with cross-domain data transfer and multi-network environments.

Noblisand our wholly owned subsidiariesNoblis ESI andNoblis MSDtackle the nations toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought management and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more atNoblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled knowledgeable team-oriented and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerousworkplace awards.Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

*Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions provide you with growth opportunities and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health life disability financial and retirement benefits as well as paid leave professional development tuition assistance and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting theBenefitspage on ourCareerssite.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors including but not limited to the combination of education certifications knowledge skills competencies and experience internal and external equity location clearance level as well as contract-specific affordability organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this positionis based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important its just one component of Noblis total compensation package.