Systems Engineer + TS​/SCI-FS Poly Security Clearance

Position: Systems Engineer [$329k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly with Security Clearance
Location: Annapolis Junction

Candidates must already possess an active Top Secret/SCI w/ Full Scope Polygraph to be considered.

Summary:

Manage software onboarding processes in classified environments, driving Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts and evaluating software in AWS regions. Acquire licensing for High Performance Computing (HPC) engineering tools. Coordinate with Dev Ops and System Security teams for tool deployment. Qualifications & Compensation:
Degree:
Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Years of experience: 15+ years Salary: $329k+ yearly compensation

Job Description:

• Lead the end-to-end software onboarding process into the classified environment, including availability assessments, security reviews, and accreditation coordination.
• Drive Authority to Operate (ATO) efforts with the sponsor, preparing and shepherding all required documentation through the Authorizing Official (AO) and Information System Security Manager (ISSM).
• Evaluate whether requested software and services are available within classified AWS regions; identify gaps, alternatives, and coordinate approvals for exceptions.
• Engage directly with software vendors to acquire on-premises and air-gapped licensing for engineering tools such as Solid Works, Altium, Cameo, and ANSYS HPC, including negotiation of terms that accommodate classified environment constraints (e.g., no call-home licensing, offline activation).
• Maintain a software onboarding pipeline and licensing inventory, providing stakeholders with visibility into status, blockers, and timelines.
• Coordinate across engineering, Dev Sec Ops /infrastructure, and security teams to ensure tools are properly evaluated, approved, and deployed. About SYSTOLIC: SYSTOLIC is dedicated to giving our employees the best possible company experience so that they can focus on providing outstanding support to their customer’s mission. Our company is founded on integrity, enthusiasm, and a relentless commitment to supporting the Intelligence Community.

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