Desktop Systems Engineer – TS/SCI
Listed on 2026-01-01
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Type of Requisition: Regular
Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret/SCI
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph
Public Trust/Other
Required:
None
Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations
Job Qualifications:
Skills: Information Systems, System Administration, Systems Engineering
Certifications: None
Experience: 10 + years of related experience
ship
Required:
Yes
Job Description:
GDIT is your place. Make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Systems Engineer joining our team to support Government activities in Annapolis Junction, MD or Sterling, VA.
At GDIT, we foster a people-focused and customer-centric environment in delivering Desktop Engineering Services. As a Systems Engineer supporting the Government, you will be a part of a team charged with engineering solutions for desktop (physical & virtual) builds for Windows, Apple, and Linux operating systems, STIF compliance, lifecycle, etc.
In this role, a typical day may include:
- Building the strategy for the endpoint environment, including emerging technology, new technical solutions, software, and hardware based on DIA CIO roadmaps
- Maintaining DISA-approved WIM and Secure Host Baseline (SHB) including testing and transferring to appropriate enclaves
- Downloading, packaging, and deploying Windows and Office Security Updates
- Developing, implementing, and documenting formal configuration guides as needed
- Developing, testing, deploying, and maintaining Group Policy Objects (GPOs) in Microsoft Active Directory (AD) for end user devices, which implement STIG and other device and account controls
- Developing, testing, and deploying desktop images including applications and GPO updates
- Deploying and updating approved packaged applications using Power Shell App Deployment Toolkit (PSADT)
- Developing technical support documentation for IT equipment and systems as required
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a CI poly.
- Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II requirements including one of the following:
Security+ CE, CND, SSCP, GSEC, GICSP, CySA+, or CCNA Security. - Bachelor’s Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience.
- Detailed knowledge of end user computing environments including Windows 10, Windows 11, Mac OSX, and their supporting infrastructure components such as Active Directory, group policy creation and maintenance, and SCCM
- Experience with deploying, configuring, and managing enterprise solutions for Windows 10 and 11
- Experience with Python, Power Shell, and Bash Scripting
- Familiarity with VMware ESXi and VSphere.
- Familiarity with virtualization network on multiple classifications.
- Familiarity with Citrix or VMware VDI architecture.
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
- 401K with company match
- Comprehensive health and wellness packages
- Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
- Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
- Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
- Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
The likely salary range for this position is $139,984 – $184,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Travel Required: Less than 10%
Telecommuting Options: Onsite
Work Location: USA MD Annapolis Junction
Additional Work Locations: USA VA Sterling – 45479 Holiday Dr (VAC
455)
Total Rewards at GDIT:
Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal…
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