Senior System Engineer - TS/SCI

Overview

Join our team as a Senior System Engineer, supporting an intelligence agency’s CIO organization. You will play a critical role in driving technical initiatives related to concept development, system analysis, service design, verification and validation, and system deployment. This position is onsite in Chantilly, VA.

Responsibilities

• Lead concept development by gathering and analyzing customer requirements to propose innovative solutions.
• Assess system performance, identify areas for optimization, and ensure compliance with security and operational standards.
• Define system specifications and design requirements based on operational needs and performance objectives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of systems/services, ensuring technical and security standards are met.
• Manage smooth system/service deployment, ensuring integration with existing infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, network engineers, and cybersecurity specialists.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Document system specifications, architectures, and test results in a clear and comprehensive manner.
• Ensure compliance with security protocols, regulatory standards, and operational policies.
• Drive continuous improvement and implement best practices within the engineering team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or similar).
• 12+ years of experience in system engineering or a related field.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Strong expertise in system architecture, integration, and deployment, including hardware, software, and networks.
• Experience defining/documenting system requirements, specifications, and architectures.
• Proven ability to manage and execute complex system deployments.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a STEM field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Relevant certifications (CompTIA Security+, CISSP, etc.).
• Experience with systems security and compliance in a highly regulated environment.