Lead Systems Engineer

2 weeks ago


Springfield, Virginia, United States Metric5 Full time
Job Overview

Location: Remote flexibility available

Security Clearance: TS/SCI Required

Position Summary:
Metric5 is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineer to spearhead a software development initiative within the Department of Defense / NGA. This role involves collaborating with an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) team to securely manage and implement updates to an existing web-based knowledge repository utilizing AWS Cloud technologies across various client domains.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with engineers, product managers, designers, and clients to make informed decisions that lead to the rapid delivery of valuable software solutions. A commitment to maintaining secure, high-quality, reliable, and available software systems is essential, along with a strong aptitude for learning new technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee system administration, including patch management and related tasks for over 5 years.
  • Design, provision, monitor, and manage applications based on AWS Cloud.
  • Implement Microsoft Core Technologies on AWS.
  • Manage file access rights and ensure system security and patching.
  • Conduct server installations and provide Tier 2 troubleshooting for server issues.
  • Utilize OpenShift for application deployment.
  • Monitor system health, addressing hardware and software challenges.
  • Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Respond to customer support inquiries and issues.
  • Occasionally work after hours or on weekends to resolve operational issues.
  • Possess in-depth knowledge of AWS services and hands-on experience in resource provisioning.
  • Design and operate high-availability applications across multiple availability zones.
  • Incorporate disaster recovery design principles into application architecture.
  • Utilize monitoring, logging, and cost management tools compatible with AWS.
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to integrate non-functional requirements into the architecture.
  • Hold a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field, with 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrate understanding of Microsoft domain and networking technologies.
  • Exhibit strong comprehension of computer technology and the ability to quickly learn new software products.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • AWS Certification.
  • Experience with Service+.
  • Proficiency in configuring and maintaining Windows Servers.
  • ITIL Foundations certification.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly in a government context.
  • Experience in an on-call role for emergency response to application or system issues.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related technical field required, along with 5+ years of experience in system administration and related duties.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in relevant roles.

Clearance: Must be a US Citizen with TS/SCI Clearance.

Required Certification: Security+ certification is mandatory.


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