Systems Engineer

Northern Virginia based integrated solutions firm specializing in Cybersecurity, Cloud and Digital Services to the Public Sector.
$140,000 - $185,000
Security
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
8+ years of experience
Cybersecurity · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Systems Engineer

Platinum Technologies, a Northern Virginia-based firm specializing in Cybersecurity, Cloud, and Digital Services, is seeking a Systems Engineer for their public sector initiatives. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on systems engineering in a security-focused environment.

The position requires an experienced professional with 8-10 years of systems engineering expertise, particularly in Agile environments. You'll be working on critical national security missions, making this role both challenging and impactful. The role demands an active TS/SCI clearance and ability to obtain a CI polygraph, highlighting the sensitive nature of the work.

As a Systems Engineer, you'll lead engineering efforts across the entire system lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment. The role emphasizes both technical expertise and leadership skills, requiring proficiency in Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies while contributing to national security initiatives.

The company offers a collaborative environment focused on professional growth and leadership development. They value self-motivated individuals who can deliver high-quality work while maintaining security standards. The position offers competitive compensation ($140,000-$185,000) and the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems.

This role is perfect for someone who combines strong technical abilities with leadership potential and has a passion for national security. The position offers the chance to work with advanced technologies while contributing to important government initiatives. If you're seeking a role that combines technical challenges with meaningful impact, this position offers both professional growth and mission-critical work.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Systems Engineer

  • Lead and contribute to systems engineering efforts across the lifecycle
  • Facilitate Agile practices within the team
  • Develop and maintain system requirements, architecture, and design documentation
  • Collaborate with software developers, hardware engineers, and stakeholders
  • Conduct trade studies, analyses, and risk assessments
  • Perform system verification and validation
  • Support the transition of systems from development to operations
  • Maintain awareness of evolving technologies and recommend improvements

Requirements For Systems Engineer

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  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility to obtain and maintain a CI Poly
  • 8-10 years of experience in systems engineering with Agile focus
  • Proficiency in Agile methodologies and tools (JIRA, Confluence, Rally)
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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