Onsite Principal Computer Systems Architect Level 3 Security Clearance

Position: Onsite Job - Principal Computer Systems Architect Level 3 with Security Clearance
Onsite Job - Principal Computer Systems Architect Level 3

Location:

San Diego, CA 92108 | Contract | 1st Shift (9/80A) | $145/hr Max | Must obtain/maintain Secret clearance | No telecommute About the Role Join our cutting-edge team as a Principal Computer Systems Architect and play a pivotal role in delivering national defense solutions. You'll drive digital transformation by leveraging Model-Based Engineering, Dev Sec Ops , and Agile methodologies. Work side-by-side with expert engineers and technicians, leading integration of emerging technologies and refining critical systems to support the warfighter.

This onsite role offers opportunities for professional development, knowledge sharing, and mentorship in a collaborative environment dedicated to continuous learning and innovation. Responsibilities - Collaborate with engineers and technicians in lab-based, hands-on environments
- Advise and integrate new industry technologies into complex system architectures
- Implement and document engineering changes to mission-critical systems
- Analyze technical requirements and incorporate them into end-to-end architectures
- Complete network configurations and coordinate closely with peers, SMEs, and government engineers
- Provide regular milestone progress and support occasional travel (10%)
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to process improvements Required Skills and Experience - Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field plus 5 years' STEM experience (4 additional years of experience accepted in lieu of degree)
- Deep technical knowledge of Red Hat and/or other Linux operating systems
- Proficient with Splunk
- Strong understanding of STIGs, STIG implementation, and DNS (especially Linux BIND)
- Hands-on scripting/programming (Bash/Shell, Ansible, Python)
- Experience working onsite in a secure, fast-paced environment
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
- Willingness to travel up to 10% as needed Preferred Skills - Imaging, backup, and restore scripting (Clonezilla, Linux dump)
- Experience leading/managing internal engineering programs and delegating tasks
- Hands-on with containers:
Docker, Red Hat Open Shift, Kubernetes
- Virtualization expertise with VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, RH-V
- Mentoring and training junior engineers
- Flexible scheduling abilities (including 2nd shift, RDO Fridays, weekends as needed)
- Advanced networking knowledge, including iSCSI
- Linux/Unix systems design, implementation, and sustainment
- Containerization technology design and sustainment Benefits - Work at the forefront of defense technology supporting national security
- Collaborative, transparent culture with opportunities for professional growth
- Access to leading-edge tools and continuous learning
- Empowered team environment with knowledge-sharing and mentorship focus

How to Apply

Ready to transform defense technology? Submit your resume today to join a team committed to innovation, growth, and mission-critical impact. Interviews are being scheduled now-apply to be part of our next success story!