Principal Systems Engineer

Red Gate Group

Yesterday
Top Secret/SCI
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
CI Polygraph
IT - Software
Reston, VAJbab, DC

The Red Gate Group is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) in JBAB, DC or Reston, VA. In this role, you will provide advanced systems engineering expertise to design, implement, and maintain complex technical environments. You will play a critical role in delivering innovative solutions, optimizing system performance, and ensuring the success of mission-critical operations. This position offers the opportunity to shape emerging technical solutions while supporting national security initiatives.

We are seeking a highly motivated systems engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in developing and managing advanced technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

System Design & Engineering:

Design, evaluate, and configure Application Performance Monitoring tools to ensure system availability and optimal performance.
Architect and implement secure solutions for data exchange, integration, and single sign-on capabilities within classified environments.
Manage and maintain infrastructure components, including S3 Buckets, Load Balancers, Auto-Scaling, and CloudFormation scripts.
System Administration & Automation:

Perform system installations, patching, security compliance, and regular system maintenance across development, testing, and production environments.
Automate manual tasks using tools like Chef, Ansible, and scripting languages to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Ensure systems meet ICD503 accreditation requirements and perform IAVA security patching.
Monitoring & Optimization:

Monitor and optimize computing resources to improve system performance and cost efficiency.
Develop automated scripts for deployment, system monitoring, and performance tracking.
Provide comprehensive system administration support, including user account management and technical issue resolution.
Documentation & Support:

Create and maintain technical documentation for system configurations, scripts, and standard operating procedures.
Respond to user support requests via phone, email, and ticketing systems, providing timely and effective assistance.
Report on project progress, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI w/ CI Poly
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field (or 4+ years of equivalent experience in lieu of a degree)
10+ years of technical experience in system analysis, design, and testing of complex systems
Proven expertise in systems automation, cloud infrastructure, and performance monitoring
Experience managing systems through the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and preparing systems for ICD503 accreditation
Strong troubleshooting skills and experience with system lifecycle management
Desired Qualifications:

Experience with the Collibra Platform and associated services
Master’s degree or advanced training in Information Technology
Experience with application lifecycle management and IAVA patching
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate technical requirements into practical solutions
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing technical guidance
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The Red Gate Group empowers our clients to make impactful, sustainable change, and assists them in creating solutions for challenges confronting the Nation. Founded in 2006, Red Gate is a service disabled veteran owned small business (SDVOSB) which serves the federal government under a number of single- and multiple-award contracts. Red Gate cares deeply about our clients'​ larger missions and helping them achieve greater results than ever before. Focusing on each client’s technical needs, culture, values, and goals, we deliver extraordinary solutions by design. This promotes growth and tactical transformation across their lines of business. We step in with fresh eyes to closely examine challenges and opportunities, providing clarity for leadership. The expert support we provide adapts easily to changes in course. Red Gate’s collaborative guidance sets the path for sustainable success in the future.

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IT - Software
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Top Secret/SCI