Systems Engineer - Mid

Job Description

ECS is seeking a Systems Engineer-Mid to work in our Huntsville, AL office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award.

We're seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer (Windows) to join a dynamic team supporting the FBI's Security Operations Center (SOC) environment. This role is essential in ensuring the integrity, security, and efficiency of Windows-based infrastructure critical to national security operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a Windows environment expert, ensuring optimal system performance and security within the SOC.
• Design, implement, and maintain Windows-based infrastructure in support of FBI operations.
• Support physical and virtual systems across multiple security enclaves, adhering to strict security protocols.
• Provide technical solutions for DNS, DHCP, DFS, print systems, and other enterprise services.
• Monitor system performance, identify vulnerabilities, and troubleshoot security-related issues to minimize operational disruptions.
• Develop automation scripts to enhance efficiency and security compliance in a mission-critical environment.
• Collaborate with SOC analysts, cybersecurity teams, and other IT specialists to resolve complex system challenges.
• Engineer and maintain the baseline Windows Server image, ensuring alignment with FBI cybersecurity standards.
• This role is 100% onsite

Required Skills

• Active Top-Secret Clearance with eligibility for SCI / CI-Poly in compliance with FBI security protocols.
• Minimum 5+ years of industry experience in Windows systems engineering.
• Deep understanding of DNS, DHCP, DFS, Active Directory, and Group Policy administration.
• Expertise in Windows system administration and security hardening for sensitive environments.
• Understanding of NIST 800 series publications and Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) compliance.

Desired Skills

• VMWare vSphere 7 experience
• Cisco Networking
• Dell Server, and SAN Storage hardware experience
• Familiarity with system accreditation and authorization and the FBI's ATO processes
• Experience evaluating, documenting, and managing NIST 800-53 control implementations
• Experience with GRC tools (RiskVision, Xacta and JCAM)
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, MDT, WDS, and WIM.
• Familiarity with STIG compliance and deploying applications within a highly regulated federal environment.
• PowerShell scripting experience for automation and security optimization.
• Background in SOC operations or collaboration with cybersecurity professionals in a federal setting.

Desired Certifications:

• Microsoft Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• VMware Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-security environment, directly supporting national defense and law enforcement initiatives. If you are passionate about securing mission-critical systems and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, we encourage you to apply.

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ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis 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 3800+ 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.