Chief Systems Engineer/Architect Lead
MicroHealth· enterprise· Information Technology And Services· Oct 22, 2026 · 5d ago
Chicago, IL
In office
Full-time
Lead/Staff
$165K–$185K
Job description
MicroHealth is seeking a Chief Systems Engineer/Architect Lead to serve as the senior technical advisor and subject matter expert supporting USMEPCOM leadership in systems engineering and technical innovation. This individual will design and develop solutions to complex applications, system administration, and network challenges, while performing systems management and integration functions.
**Active Secret Clearance Required
Key Responsibilities: • Serve as the designated Chief Systems Engineer/Architect Lead, providing senior-level technical advisory support to USMEPCOM leadership.
• Design and develop solutions to complex applications, systems administration, and network problems.
• Perform systems management and integration functions across network domains.
• Deliver executive-level technical briefings and presentations to senior personnel and stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise on systems engineering best practices and technical innovation initiatives.
Required Qualifications: • Minimum of five (5) years of experience providing enterprise-level IT architecture and engineering services across network domains.
• Possession of at least one cloud security certification (e.g., CompTIA, Cloud Security Alliance) or cloud-related technology certification (e.g., MS, VMware, IBM, AWS, Google).
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience providing executive-level technical briefings and presentations to senior personnel.
• Active Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: • Two or more cloud-related technology certifications (e.g., MS, VMware, IBM, AWS, Google).
• One or more ITIL certifications.
• IASAE III Certification (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP or CISSP-ISSEP)
• Foundational Qualifications – Advanced Standard (e.g., CCNA, Security+CE, CISSP, SSCP, CISM, CASP/SecurityX)
Salary: $165,000 - $185,000 (Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs)
Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO, commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee may lift or move objects up to 5 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hr@microhealthllc.com with your request and contact information.
MicroHealth is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law
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