Mid-Level Systems Engineer

AGE Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Systems Engineer with deep experience in implementation and integration of enterprise monitoring, automation orchestration, and cybersecurity solutions within a secure Department of Defense (DoD) environment. This role focuses on hands-on deployment and operational integration of tools and technologies to support mission-critical systems in compliance with PL-3 security requirements. You will be part of a high-power team proving out a prototype for production at full scale. This position requires a deep understanding of V2 principles, DoD systems, and security protocols, as well as the ability to lead and implement complex integration initiatives.

This is a Hybrid position located in Arlington, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the deployment and integration of system monitoring platforms (e.g., Splunk, Nagios, ELK, Prometheus) into existing DoD enterprise infrastructure
• Implement and integrate automation and orchestration frameworks using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and custom Python/PowerShell scripts to streamline configuration management and system provisioning
• Engineer end-to-end solutions that connect disparate systems, ensuring full interoperability while meeting DoD architecture and security standards
• Conduct system-level testing, validation, and performance tuning post-integration to ensure seamless functionality and stability
• Build and integrate real-time monitoring capabilities for system health, network performance, and security events across multi-domain environments
• Automate repetitive operational tasks and integrate alerting and remediation workflows to reduce human intervention and risk
• Support infrastructure-as-code principles to enable repeatable deployments and consistent configuration across systems
• Produce integration documentation, configuration guides, and SOPs to support sustainment and audits
• Work closely with system architects, security analysts, and DevSecOps teams to align implementations with mission goals and compliance baselines
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to strategic planning for future system enhancements and integrations
• Integrate security tools and controls into the system lifecycle to meet DoD RMF requirements and PL-3 security controls
• Deploy and configure endpoint protection, audit logging, encryption, and other security enforcement tools across hybrid and on-prem environments
• Translate PL-3 security requirements into technical implementations that protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in information systems, engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  
  
  
  
• Experience:
  
  
  
  • Five (5) years of experience in systems engineering or implementation roles with a focus on voice, video, and file services in secure DoD environments
  
  
  
  
• Citizenship and Clearance:
  
  
  
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance and the willingness to obtain TS/SCI Eligibility
  
  
  
  
• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+)
  
  
  
  
• Knowledge and Skills:
  
  
  
  • Proficient in the deployment of monitoring, automation, and security tools in classified or highly regulated environments
  • Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation and system integration
  • Demonstrated experience implementing RMF/NIST SP 800-53 security controls, especially for PL-3 and higher environments
  • Familiarity with STIG applications, RMF processes, and DoD cybersecurity frameworks
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced, cloud-focused environment
  
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications:

• Master's degree (Information Technology related field preferred)
• DoD 8570 IAT Level III certification; CISSP or equivalent certification
• Familiarity with Special Access Program security requirements

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk.

Compensation: $150,000 - $159,000