Senior Systems Engineer
Amentum· enterprise· Defense & Space· Oct 5, 2026 · 23d ago
Fort Meade, MD
In office
Full-time
Senior
$180K–$230K
Job description
Purpose and Impact:
Are you interested in using your skills to help shape the Cyber, Security, & Intel space? If so, look no further. Amentum is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team of passionate individuals in Ft. Meade, MD . In this role you will support challenging, mission-critical projects that make a direct impact on the Nation’s security and intelligence mission.
In support of DISA, the Intel and Cyber Division is assembling a team to support a program that provides critical IT capabilities to the Department of Defense. We are committed to recruiting and retaining this team for prototype development, test, and demonstration, as well as making this team available longer term for integration, deployment and sustainment as needed.
Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a critical and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented while also being able to think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt and learn how to operate the front and back end of new products and processes.
Work Schedule: 8 Hours per day, Monday through Friday
Essential Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Senior Systems Engineer include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assess and identify appropriate solutions based on system requirements
Contribute to system design, development, and engineering tasks
Manage and track workload during Agile sprints using JIRA and Confluence tools
Produce system architecture design documentation and contribute to integration planning
Deploy enterprise-level virtual environment software and management suites (VMware ESXi and Nutanix AHV hypervisors)
Assist with the design and implementation of system configurations with an overall goal of highly adaptable, scalable, and resilient services in a global system deployment
Install, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools
Deliver and integrate new technical solutions and provide advice and recommendations to government customers
Perform system and software updates to enhance performance
Develop and implement solutions across a wide range of technologies
Implement and maintain Government standards for system security
Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:
Employee will work in a SCIF on a daily basis.
Employee may also work in a datacenter environment for specified periods of time.
Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):
Experience with Windows Server 2022-2025, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and WSUS
Experience with PKI including managing Certificate Authorities and issuing certificates
Experience with Infoblox DNS and DHCP configuration and environments
Experience deploying and configuring Nutanix AHV, AOS, and Prism
Experience installing, configuring, and managing VMware ESXi, vCenter, VCP 7.X. & 8.X
Experience implementing and managing Cisco UCS Computing Servers, Hyperflex solutions, and Intersight
Experience administering, managing, and patching Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers
Experience working in a DoD classified environment
Demonstrated experience implementing security requirements associated with DoD enterprise systems
Experience deploying, configuring, and managing Splunk Enterprise
Experience deploying, configuring, and managing Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Microsoft SQL Server 2022 and newer
Experience with backup systems such as Acronis, etc.
Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity policies, STIGs, and RMF processes
Experience with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint
Experience briefing high-level as well as detailed system capabilities and operational concerns and considerations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills; critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment
Ability to travel up to 20%.
Security Clearance Required:
Must have active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Minimum Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related field, or an additional five (5) years of Systems Engineering experience
Minimum Years of Experience:
8 (eight) years of related systems engineering, architecture design, and systems integration experience
Required Certifications:
DoD 8570.01-M IAT-II baseline certification requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
BS in Computer Science or Systems Engineering
Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and Jira/Confluence tools
Familiarity with Intelligence Community systems
VMware certification VCP 7.x/8.x
Experience with Infoblox
Experience with Commvault 11.x
Experience with Red Hat Satellite or Ansible
Experience with Trellix Endpoint Security, ePO, and Agent Handlers
Experience with RSA SecurID
Experience with ACAS (Tenable Security Center, Nessus Scanners, and Nessus agents)
Familiarity with ITILv4
Experience with PostgreSQL
Experience with Microsoft Exchange 2016 or newer
Experience developing IT checklists, SOPs, guides, etc.
Experience with Rubrik
Experience with Infoblox DNS and DHCP configuration and environments
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As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug-free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre-hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government.
Other Responsibilities:
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Compensation Details:
$180,000 - $230,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
10/05/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters .
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