System Engineer - Security Security Clearance

Position: System Engineer - Security with Security Clearance
Job Description Summary
Performs IT functions such as design, analysis, evaluation, testing, debugging and implementation of applications programs supporting company business processes and operations. Analyzes, installs, acquires, modifies and supports operating systems, database or utilities software. Plans, conducts and directs the analysis of business problems to be solved with automated systems. Analyzes, designs, acquires and implements projects for LAN and/or WAN systems. Plans, designs, acquires and implements telecommunications voice/wire systems.

At higher job levels, may contribute to the development, testing, evaluation or design of system or infrastructure architecture used throughout the IT solution set. 5+ years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree; 3+ years of relevant experience with Masters degree
Hiring Requirements
Primary Location
US-MD-Columbia
Primary Job Posting Location
US-MD-Columbia
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
On Site - 5 Days per Week - 8 Hours per Day (United States of America) Purpose and Impact:
Come be a part of an exciting and ever-changing program that provides a comprehensive range of state-of-the-art solutions and hands-on assistance in designing, implementing, managing, and sustaining operations across various network environments for our customer.
We provide an environment that fosters and supports innovation and valuing “outside-the-box” thinking to solve complex problems. There are several training opportunities for team members that want to learn new technologies and stay current with their technical skillset. We are a highly technical group and nurture growth, with a technical culture of cross-trained teammates with opportunities to develop additional skillsets.

Work Schedule:

8hrs/day, 5days per week, all onsite. Must be able to support Thursday night patching after hours (starting at 5pm). Occasional travel will be available.

Essential Responsibilities:

The Systems Engineer - Security serves as a technical leader responsible for architecting, engineering, and sustaining enterprise‑grade security solutions across complex IT environments. This role is deeply hands‑on and requires the ability to design, build, implement, operate, and optimize security technologies that protect mission‑critical systems. The Systems Engineer provides technical direction, mentors junior engineers, and drives security innovation across the organization.
The Engineer leads advanced research, evaluation, and integration of emerging security technologies to strengthen the enterprise security posture. They ensure that system hardware, operating systems, software, and security controls adhere to organizational policies, compliance frameworks, and mission objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Architect, implement, and maintain enterprise security controls and infrastructure components across Windows, Linux, and virtualized environments

• Lead the design, deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management of endpoint hardening and security tools (e.g., Ivanti, WSUS, Trellix, Tenable)

• Oversee patch management processes, including OS updates, third‑party software updates, and administrative tool upgrades

• Provide expert‑level troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and performance optimization for complex security and infrastructure issues

• Evaluate, recommend, and lead the adoption of new security tools, technologies, and methodologies

• Develop and maintain security documentation, including SSPs, RMF artifacts, engineering diagrams, and operational procedures

• Design and implement security requirements within enterprise business processes and technical architectures

• Support vulnerability assessments, interpret results, and develop risk‑based mitigation strategies

• Conduct system hardening, configuration baselining, and compliance scanning to ensure adherence to security standards

• Support and guide incident response activities, including forensic analysis and containment strategies

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure security is embedded throughout system life cycles

• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior and mid‑level security engineers

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