System Engineer - Junior

Overview

ECS is seeking a Jr. Systems Engineer to work in our Stafford, VA office. The ECS Team provides agile software development and maintenance for CODIS, a mission-critical application for the FBI. CODIS is a client-server application developed using Microsoft .NET that supports a database repository of DNA profiles from individuals, unsolved crime scene evidence, and missing persons. CODIS software allows local, state, and national laboratories to compare DNA profiles electronically, thereby linking serial crimes to each other and identifying suspects by matching DNA profiles from crime scenes to individuals’ profiles.

• Set up and manage Windows applications
• Customer support
• Occasional need for off-hours support for system upgrades, patches and maintenance activities
• Working knowledge of AWS administration

• US Citizen and active Secret clearance
• System Administration experience
• Experience with Active Directory Management and group policies
• Helpdesk support for issues
• Strong attention to detail and solid troubleshooting ability
• Install and maintain client workstations, including installation and configuration of third-party applications
• Knowledge of scripting language(s), Power Shell preferred
• AWS console administration for EC2, IAM, VPC, and AMIs
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking fundamentals
• Create and maintain virtual images locally and in AWS for servers and workstations

• Knowledge and experience of typical build and release management processes, including continuous integration platforms such as Team City
• Experience in Agile SDLC, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment
• Previous experience working in a software development shop
• Knowledge of security monitoring/scanning tools and their usage
• Current AWS Certification
• Current Security+ certification
• Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and system issues based on severity, following established procedures

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3300+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.