Staff Systems Engineer at Apex Systems, Inc. in Fort George G Meade, MD

Job#: 2046741

Job Description:

Job Title: Staff Systems Engineer
Job Description:
Join our dynamic team as a Staff Systems Engineer, where you'll support a critical digital modernization program for Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Fourth Estate Agencies. In this role, you'll deploy new Windows and Linux servers in Azure, plan and execute the integration of COTS services, and provide support for maintaining and enhancing the environment.
Primary Responsibilities:

Engineering Support:Perform best practice engineering support for an Azure Cloud environment consisting of Windows and Linux servers.
Server Management:Build, configure, patch, and maintain Windows and Linux servers via Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Ansible Automation Platform, or other automation platforms.
Service Integration:Integrate services such as PrinterLogic, distributed file services, and Ansible Automation Platform into the virtualized environment.
Application Management:Perform application packaging, deployments, documentation, and release control utilizing Jira, GitLab, IaC, and Ansible Automation Platform.
Technical Consultation:Provide advice, technical consultation, and guidance for Tier 3 / Tier 4 support by analyzing and resolving problems and evaluating alternative means of satisfying user requirements.
Security and Maintenance:Research, test, and deploy security patches and vulnerability remediation changes.
System Support:Provide support for the implementation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of complex IT systems.
Automation:Perform automation tasks through scripting and testing.
Reporting:Provide follow-up reports (technical findings, feedback, and resolution steps) for root cause analysis and process improvement initiatives.
Innovation and Improvement:Actively identify opportunities for improvement, including innovations aimed at enhancing user experience, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Security Enforcement:Enforce security best practices and guidelines, leveraging your knowledge of security policies, network security, and data security.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience, or master's degree with 6-10 years of relevant experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance (US Citizenship required).
Experience building, configuring, patching, and maintaining Windows and Linux servers.
Experience planning and executing the integration of services and appliances into Azure or other secure IaaS environments.
Thorough understanding and experience with Azure Cloud services.
Knowledge of basic networking and network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, SSH, VPNs).
Hands-on experience reviewing and analyzing system logs and events to resolve issues.
Experience developing and providing solutions to complex technical issues and problems that impact development, test, and production environments.
Experience implementing and maintaining Entra ID and/or Microsoft Active Directory environments.
Experience documenting standard operating procedures or other documentation to assist operations teams or end users.
Experience developing and deploying Infrastructure as Code (IaC), utilizing continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools, and leveraging automation platforms such as Ansible or Azure Functions.
Understanding of Federal Government application, server, and network security requirements (NIST, FedRAMP, FISMA).
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a distributed technical team.
Familiarity with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and Confluence.
Ability to obtain IAT Level II (or higher) Certification such as Security+ or CISSP within 60 days after start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

Active DoD Secret clearance.
Current IAT Level II (or higher) Certification such as Security+ or CISSP.
Experience building and delivering IaaS servers and platforms via IaC.
Experience integrating PrinterLogic, distributed file services, Ansible Automation Platform, and other services into secure, virtualized environments.
Experience deploying and scaling Azure Virtual environments.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at[email protected]or 844-463-6178

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EEO Employer

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe request Priority Protected Veteran & Disabled Referrals for all of our locations within the state.We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.