Systems Engineer
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Role Description
The DHS CDM Program is at the forefront of securing U.S. Federal Information Technology (IT) networks against a rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape. As a System Engineer – AWS, you will support and maintain cloud-based enterprise environments consisting of various Linux and Windows systems, ensuring availability, performance, and compliance in accordance with federal cybersecurity requirements.
- Lead AWS systems engineering and administration activities in a multi-account, enterprise-scale environment.
- Design, configure, and maintain IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS solutions within AWS environments.
- Plan and implement systems integration and automation to support mission objectives and improve service delivery.
- Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and service issues using CLI tools and log-based analysis.
- Secure AWS workloads by applying industry and DoD security best practices, including multi-factor authentication (MFA), encryption mechanisms, and compliance configurations.
- Implement and manage automated configuration and infrastructure using scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible) and AWS tools (CLI, JSON).
- Build and maintain AMIs using AWS Image Builder or similar tooling with a focus on compliance and hardening (e.g., STIGs).
- Perform system integrations with networking technologies such as VPN, firewalls, and routing protocols.
- Interface with stakeholders and Information Assurance (IA) personnel to ensure system configurations meet government compliance standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FedRAMP).
- Contribute to technical briefings, documentation, and knowledge sharing across engineering teams.
- Participate in Agile/Kanban-based development and operational workflows.
- Participate in scheduled and ad hoc meetings, potentially at CACI or DHS facilities (virtual or in-person).
Qualifications
- Active Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent years of experience
- 10+ years in systems engineering and IT operations
- 10+ years’ experience with Linux (RHCE-level) and Windows Server system administration
- 10+ years’ experience managing and integrating IT systems in enterprise AWS Cloud environments
- 7+ years’ experience in scripting and automation using tools like Bash, Python, Ansible, and AWS CLI
- 7+ years securing systems using encryption (OpenSSL, KeyStore, cyphers) and enforcing data protection
- 5+ years implementing remote access security (e.g., VPNs, secure bastions, MFA)
- 3+ years applying and validating security baselines (e.g., STIGs, NIST frameworks, FedRAMP)
- 3+ years experience with MFA/2MFA implementations
- 1+ years configuring and troubleshooting network integrations (VPN, firewalls, routing)
- 1+ years of experience with Agile/Kanban processes and version control (Git/GitHub)
- Proficient in designing and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation pipelines
Requirements
- Certifications (Required - at least one of the following):
- AWS Solutions Architect – Professional
- AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional
- AWS Security Specialty (Certification must be current)
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.