GEOAxIS is looking for Tier 3 Systems Engineer to work with the rest of the operations team to help drive program technical execution, innovation and modernization.
The GEOAxIS system provides Identity, Credential and Access Management for all web applications. GEOAxIS enables online, on-demand, access to NGA GEOINT content based on user’s authoritative attributes/roles. Our Mission is to maintain highly available ICAM services for protecting those critical mission applications across all security domains. The GxNext contract was awarded to Leidos in 2021 and runs until 2031.
Responsibilities:
Troubleshoot and resolve system/operational incidents
Perform root cause analysis for operational incidents
Analyze system performance and take corrective actions as needed
Assist Tier 2 with resolving complex system and end user problems
Coordinate with mission partners, consumer applications, and other external entities in troubleshooting enterprise incidents and integration problems
Collect data, identify and analyze trends in Operational Incidents, and provide suggestions to mitigate common issues
Work closely with Ops Tech Lead and Development Lead to identify baseline enhancements to improve operational stability
Work with deployment and ISP teams to support baseline deployments to operations
Willingness to support off-hour calls to assist in troubleshooting when high priority operational incidents occur
Requirements/Qualifications:
BS degree and 4+years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 2+ years of prior relevant experience.
Active TS/SCI and ability to obtain and maintain a Polygraph to meet customer requirements.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to quickly learn new software and IT concepts
Strong problem solving and decision making skills
Self-starter with an ability to work in a team environment and independently
Intimately familiar with the COTS products that the program leverages: Oracle Identity and Access Management (IdAM) suite, Apache webgates, and Computer Associates (CA) API Gateway
Experience scripting in a Linux environment using Shell and Bash
Deep understanding and background in COTS integration and custom code development
Experience in at least one of the following languages:
Bash
Python
Java
NodeJS
Local to DMV (DC/Maryland/Virginia) with ability to be physically present at the team’s work location in Chantilly
Strong interpersonal skills and proven track record of leading technical teams, conveying technical solutions to technical and non-technical audiences
Candidate must be able to physically be in Chantilly, VA a minimum of 4 days a week to work with the team with occasional meetings in Reston and/or Springfield, VA
All candidates must be US CITIZENS to be considered for the position
Security+ certification within 60 days of hire
Preferred:
Kubernetes experience using Rancher RKE2 or Openshift
Strong understanding of containers
Experience containerizing existing custom software
Knowledge of common DevOps tools such as:
Ansible
ArgoCD
Gitlab
Nexus3
Kubernetes
Certifications in any of the following:
RHCSA/RHCE
AWS Solutions Architect/DevOps Engineer
CKA/CKAD
Familiarity with modern authentication flows such as SAML, OAuth2 and OIDC
Clearance Requirements*
Requires an active Top Secret security clearance upon hire and must meet SCI eligibility. Must be willing and able to obtain a polygraph within the customer’s timeline after hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
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Original Posting:December 5, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
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