Senior Systems Engineer

Strongbridge, LLC has a great opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer supporting an Engineering team as a part of a large, complex cybersecurity, engineering, and PMO contract for a federal customer, providing expertise in systems engineering solutions and services across a variety of platforms and technology. The successful candidate will troubleshoot and resolve configuration and application issues on Microsoft Windows client systems (Windows 10 and above) in Enterprise and stand- alone environments; applies patches and scans stand-alone workstations. In addition, the Systems Engineer Level III will provide technical support to solutioning engineer and engineering-related projects. 

In-office Requirement: 2 days/week onsite in DC. 

Pay Range: $100k - $125k

Responsibilities:

• Works in tandem with Cybersecurity and O&M stakeholders to solution, resolve and drive technology and IT modernization initiatives
• Enforces configuration and security standards. Analyzes and modifies Active Directory Group Policy Objects and User and Computer Objects.
• Supports mobile solutions, such as, but not limited to Microsoft Exchange (Active Sync), Office 365, Mobile Device Management (MDM) such as AirWatch, JAMF Casper, with alternative token technology (i.e.-Derived Credentials).
• Supports messaging chat systems such Microsoft Teams.
• Collaboration software such as SharePoint, application-based firewall and proxy server(s), and operating systems.
• Communicate with clients and business partners aspects of implementation at the technical and/or functional level, appropriate for the situation.
• Prepare written reports identifying issues and recommendations to remedy issues.

Soft Skills:

• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams within the organization, and other offices to ensure the integration and compatibility of network solutions with other IT systems and applications.
• Strong solutions-oriented and collaborative mindset to drive solutions and execution for the good of the mission and team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to understand and effectively communicate technical concepts in a compelling, persuasive manner to non-technical persons.
• Ability to successfully interact with numerous counterparts and build rapport, including contract stakeholders, government representatives and vendors.
• Flexibility and ability to positively integrate oneself into a customer environment.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, with a data-driven mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a continuous process improvement culture.
• Demonstrated level of professionalism in providing project review support, including ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy.
• Sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years performing systems engineering
• MCSE certification AND either VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or CompTIA Security+ certifications.
• Possesses general networking experience: strong understanding of basic networking concepts (VLANs, etc.).
• Knowledge and experience with Azure Active Directory, LDAP, DB, UNIX/Linux, AWS.
• Ability to provide Layer 1 networking support (i.e., physical cabling, fiber).
• Experience providing onsite data center support.
• Experience with Microsoft Hyper-V.
• Possesses solid understand of Linux (administration & implementation and maintenance & design)- preferred.
• Self-driven and have an inherent interest in continuing to learn new technologies to collaboratively solve problems.
• US Citizen and ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust.
• In-office Requirement: 2 days/week onsite in DC. 
• Preferred: Current DHS EOD or previous experience supporting a DHS Component.

Pay Range: $100k - $125k

The posted pay range reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Headquartered in Sterling, Va., Strongbridge is a Federal Government service provider. Strongbridge has extensive experience and knowledge in systems engineering, IT services, strategic communications and program support. Strongbridge is financially secure and a trusted partner that treats our customers, partners and employees with integrity and respect.

What Sets Strongbridge Apart

Strongbridge is a robust and agile small business led by seasoned government contracting executives with the quality processes and management controls of a large business. Our program management processes and techniques are based on industry best practices, and certified by external auditors, ensuring low performance risk. Strongbridge has a proven record of customer satisfaction that provides assurance to our customers of future high performance. Strongbridge offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including paid time off, paid holidays, 401k with company match, health/dental/life insurance/short and long-term disability and flexible spending accounts. 

Strongbridge is committed to hiring and retaining a qualified workforce.  All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.  Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Strongbridge also maintains a drug-free workplace.