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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to engineer projects that will develop and implement next-generation IT tools, systems, and capabilities to help revolution the cyber battlefield and ensure the superiority of our cyber forces over our adversaries. You'll coordinate with external entities, work with our administrators and engineers to ensure ample support, work with developers to build and modify the required software, support testers to ensure the mission effect is achieved.
What You'll Be Doing:
Evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to the systems engineering process
Develop technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation
Interact with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues, or conflicts
Oversee the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility
Communicate with other program personnel, Government overseers, and senior executives
Guide system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
Analyze complex information and independently takes appropriate actions to resolve problems
Provide engineering guidance to technical staff and establishes effective working relationships with other Government agencies and mission partners
Deliver briefings on complex topics to groups, which may include high-level decision makers
Work complex research projects as senior contributors and as part of an integrated research team
Design and deliver solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI w/Poly
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in System Engineering or related discipline and 5 years of systems engineering experience. 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Active DoD 8570 IASAE Level II Certification or higher. Ex: CISSP, CASP+CE, CSSLP
Preferred / Desired Skills:
Master's degree and 3+ years of experience
Exposure to Cloud/AWS
A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use engineering skills to determine a solution
Knowledge of DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF)
Able to build systems from the ground up – network architecture/systems engineering
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph (TS/SCI w/Poly)
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related discipline plus 5 years systems engineering experience (or 4 additional years in lieu of degree)
- Active DoD 8570 IAT/IASAE Level II certification or higher (examples: CISSP, CASP+CE, CSSLP)
- Ability to evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to systems engineering process; create system architecture and design documentation
- Experience interacting with government stakeholders and delivering technical briefings
- Master's degree (preferred)
- Exposure to Cloud/AWS (preferred)
- Knowledge of DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF) (preferred)
- Experience building network architecture / systems from the ground up (preferred)
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
