Since 2006, MAXISIQ has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join MAXISIQ, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.
Job DescriptionMAXISIQ is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer, with an emphasis in Linux-based systems and Splunk, but optimally with experience in a variety of other operating systems and platforms to support team operations in Quantico, VA. Candidates with a minimum Top-Secret clearance need only apply. CI poly will be administered upon hiring.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Providing enterprise virtualized environment support by providing high-end engineering; support Windows, and Linux workstations and Server-based services; and deployment and maintenance of systems supporting our customers
- Maintaining Splunk with Enterprise Security, keeping up to date and healthy, validating data inputs and dashboard creation and maintenance. (Preferred but not required)
- Providing Active Directory/LDAP, DNS, Certificate Authority, Smart Card/PIV, Single Sign On, and other enterprise services
- Providing input to key project decisions with regard to success criteria for system requirements, design, testing methods, and delivery activities
- Actively communicating with key program stakeholders regarding status of activities and potential recommendations for improvement regarding the customer's network and systems
- Problem solving and troubleshooting issues within the deployed systems
- Planning, designing, developing and recommending enhancements and modifications to existing systems as well as any new systems scheduled for development
- Supporting management activities to include patch management and backups across deployed systems
- Serving as key point of contact with regard to developing, recommending, implementing and testing disaster recovery plans
Mentoring junior staff to proactively diagnose and resolve complex problems
QualificationsQualifications
Minimum Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (Or equivalent experience)
Security Clearance:
- Top Secret with CI Poly requirement after hire
Required Qualifications:
- 6+ years related experience
- Hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems in addition to virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, Xen
- Hands-on Windows based engineering: designing, building and troubleshooting experience
- Experience applying and working with Windows Group Policy Objectives (GPOs)
- Experience working with Windows Domain structures
- Experience with DNS, DHCP, Certificate Authorities
- Experience administering Linux in an enterprise
- Hands-on experience with Linux operating systems
- Systems integration and troubleshooting experience
- Build and configuration management experience to include Patch Management experience
- DISA STIG implementation experience
- Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps
- Knowledgeable about Cloud Technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP
- Creative problem solving
- Ability to remain on task - self-motivated and a strong communicator
Preferred Experience:
- Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering preferred: design, build and troubleshoot
- Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers
Benefits of Joining Our Ranks
- Competitive salary commensurate with your cyber warfare experience
- Employer-subsidized health insurance
- 401k match to secure your future
- Generous paid time off for R&R
- Time off for volunteering missions
- Health membership reimbursement to keep you in top form
- Support for professional development and advanced training
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #CJ
At MAXISIQ, inclusion drives innovation. We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Top Secret security clearance with CI polygraph requirement after hire
- Six or more years of related experience
- Hands-on Windows Server administration and engineering experience
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, KVM, or Xen
- Windows system design, build, and troubleshooting experience
- Experience with Windows Group Policy Objects and domain structures
- Experience with DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Authorities
- Enterprise Linux administration and hands-on Linux operating system experience
- Systems integration and troubleshooting experience
- Build, configuration, and patch management experience
- DISA STIG implementation experience
- Knowledge or familiarity with DevSecOps
- Knowledge of cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Creative problem-solving, self-motivation, task focus, and strong communication skills
- Hands-on VMware and Proxmox engineering, including design, build, and troubleshooting
- Interest in managing task assignment and completion across multiple engineers
- Splunk administration, Enterprise Security, data validation, and dashboard maintenance
What We Do
We are an engineering company that has been providing extensive support to Federal Government clients in global communications and networks, Cyber, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, and Analytics technologies for more than 16 years.
