Systems Engineer

  • WASHINGTON, DC
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 6 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 160,001.00 - 200,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Science
Security Clearance
Analytical Skill
DevOps
Administrative Support
IT Service Management
Spring Framework
Computer Hardware
Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Onboarding
Technical Support
Network
Cisco Certifications
GSEC
ISSAP
CISSP
GCIA
Computer Science
Information Systems
Data Science
Software Engineering
Management
Systems Analysis
Requirements Elicitation
System Documentation
Cloud Computing
Cyber Security
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Job Details

Job ID: 2511245

Location: WASHINGTON, DC, US

Date Posted: 2025-10-31

Category: Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory: Systems Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Poly

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

SAIC is seeking Systems Engineers to join the Machine-assisted Analytic Rapid-repository System (MARS) Advanced Development Operations (DevOps) and Sustainment Support (ADOS) program and provide on-site technical and administrative support to facilitate operations of critical MARS infrastructure and services. This effort focuses on providing a comprehensive set of System/ Software Engineering and IT Services to maintain, sustain, enhance, and improve/ modernize MARS. This position will be located in the National Capital Region.

Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, with an anticipated decision expected by Winter/ Spring 2026.

The Systems Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Manages and guides the operations, maintenance, and sustenance of both hardware and software components within the MARS environment
  • Lead system interoperability testing, ensuring operational data compliance, and supporting the Government during system onboarding activities
  • Work closely with stakeholders to document and maintain all necessary system support actions and licenses

Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • One of the following certifications: Certified Network Defender, SecurityX/ CASP+, CCSP, Cloud+, CSSLP, GDSA, GSEC, CISSO, CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, GCIA, GCLD, GICSP
  • Bachelors degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering and 9 years or more relevant experience; Masters and 7 years or more relevant experience; PhD and 4 years or more relevant experience (will consider an additional 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree)
  • Extensive experience in leading system engineering efforts, developing complex systems, and managing engineering processes
  • Proficiency in performing system analyses, conducting requirements gathering, and developing system documentation
  • Strong understanding of model-based systems engineering (MBSE), cloud computing, and cybersecurity

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.


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