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Systems Engineer (Senior)

GovCIO
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2025
💰 $140,000/yr

About the role

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Systems Engineer Senior to support a Zero-Trust Architecture Implementation project. This position will be located at Langley AFB, VA and will be an onsite position.  

Responsibilities

Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining systems that adhere to the Zero Trust security model, which assumes no user or device is inherently trusted, even if they are within the network perimeter. This involves a deep understanding of security principles, network segmentation, identity and access management, and continuous verification processes.

  • Designing and Implementing Zero Trust Architecture:Developing and implementing security designs for systems and networks, ensuring they align with Zero Trust principles. This includes defining requirements, creating architecture and design documentation, and performing technology assessments.
  • Integrating Security Solutions:Working with various security technologies like Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Device Management, and Network Access control to integrate them within a Zero Trust framework.
  • Integrating Security Solutions:Working with various security technologies like Identity and Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Device Management, and Network Access control to integrate them within a Zero Trust framework.
  • Monitoring and Maintaining Security:Continuously assessing network security, endpoint protection, and data access policies to ensure adherence to Zero Trust principles. This includes monitoring network traffic, detecting and responding to security incidents, and developing documentation for Zero Trust architecture, policies, and procedures.
  • Providing Expertise and Support:Serving as a subject matter expert on Zero Trust and related security trends, providing technical guidance and support to other teams and stakeholders.as
  • Troubleshooting and Problem Solving:Identifying, diagnosing, and resolving complex security integration issues related to Zero Trust implementations.
  • Staying Up-to-Date:Keeping abreast of emerging cybersecurity trends and technologies relevant to Zero Trust and integrating them into the organization's security posture

Qualifications

High School with 10+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

  • Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI
  • Experience engineering solutions for a Zero-Trust Architecture in a DoD or Intelligence Community environment
  • Previous system administration experience with a minimum of 2 years of experience as a system engineer
  • Proficient in Windows, Linux, and ESXi operating systems
  • 5 years of experience with virtual technology such as Nutanix or VMWare
  • Familiarity with security tool integration into large scale networks and computing environments
  • Experience with multi-factor authentication technologies to support identity and privileged access management

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience engineering solutions for a Zero-Trust Architecture in a DoD or Intelligence Community environment
  • Experience with DoD NIPR, SIPR and JWICS Networks

 

 

 

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Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

 

What You Can Expect

 

Interview & Hiring Process

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

  • During the Interview Process
    • Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
    • Camera must be on
    • A valid photo ID must be presented during each interview
  • During the Hiring Process
    • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening
    • Background check, to include:
      • Criminal history (past 7 years)
      • Verification of your highest level of education
      • Verification of your employment history (past 7 years), based on information provided in your application

Employee Perks

At GovCIO, we consistently hear that meaningful work and a collaborative team environment are two of the top reasons our employees enjoy working here. In addition, our

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