TS​/SCI Systems Engineer Principal

Piper Companies is seeking a TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal to support a government-focused defense and intelligence environment. The TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal role is ideal for an experienced engineer with deep expertise in VDI architecture, virtualization technologies, and secure enterprise systems who is looking to make a direct impact in a mission-critical setting.

• Design and define VDI architecture to support secure and scalable enterprise environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and achieve mission objectives.
• Support high-performance, fast-paced environments with strict operational expectations.
• Manage and optimize virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments to ensure reliability and performance.
• Perform pre-production testing to validate stability, compatibility, and functionality of VDI updates.
• Implement automation and workflow optimization using scripting tools such as Power Shell.
• Monitor and maintain VDI environments using industry tools and best practices.
• Apply DISA STIG compliance standards to maintain secure system configurations.
• Maintain and manage thin clients using management platforms such as Wyse Management tools.
• Support profile management solutions and ensure optimal user experience across VDI systems.
• Document system designs, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8+ years of relevant systems engineering experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) required.
• Hands-on experience with Omnissa Horizon hosted on vSphere.
• Experience managing thin clients using tools such as Wyse Management.
• Strong understanding of Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and their impact on VDI environments.
• Experience with profile management tools and solutions.
• Familiarity with VDI monitoring tools such as Liquid ware Stratusphere.
• Proficiency in scripting languages, especially Power Shell.
• Knowledge of Image as Code tools such as Hashi Corp Packer.
• Familiarity with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
• Experience with endpoint security tools such as Crowd Strike or Trellix is preferred.
• Experience with FSLogix, Dell Wyse Management Suite, and application packaging tools is a plus.

• Salary range: $145,000 - $175,000
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Opportunity to support a mission-critical federal program
• Onsite work environment with collaborative team structure