Systems Engineer IV at Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC

Job Title: Systems Engineer IV -5382

Job Location: Brooke Army Medical Center, Sam Houston, TX. 78234

Job Salary: TBD

Job Summary

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking an experienced and dynamic System Engineer IV. This senior technical leader will be responsible for architecting, deploying, and managing enterprise-level infrastructure solutions within a DoD healthcare environment to support requirements that cross all telecommunications activities and have subject matter expertise in (Unified Critical Telecommunication Systems) such as nurse call, middleware transport, pocket pagers, and public address systems that intra-communicate supporting urgent and emergent staff within the facility. With advanced knowledge of Windows Server, virtualization technologies, and DoD-specific security protocols, this role ensures the reliability, security, and scalability of infrastructure platforms. The top candidate will oversee the design, integration, and sustainment of critical systems, collaborate with stakeholders to meet organizational goals, and serve as a technical expert across multiple projects.

Skills / Experience Required

• Possess and maintain an active Secret DoD clearance
• 15 years of experience architecting, deploying, and managing enterprise level Windows Server and Virtualization solutions from the planning to the sustainment phase in a DOD healthcare environment
• Architect, deploy, and manage enterprise-level Windows Server and virtualization solutions across all project phases, from planning to sustainment
• Lead the design and deployment of technologies such as Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022), VMware vSphere, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, SANs, IIS, SQL Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Azure
• Implement and maintain security solutions in compliance with DoD requirements, including STIGs, RMF, ACAS, Splunk, and Trellix ESS
• Architect, deploy, and manage enterprise-level Windows Server and virtualization solutions across all project phases, from planning to sustainment
• Lead the design and deployment of technologies such as Windows Server (2016, 2019, 2022), VMware vSphere, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, SANs, IIS, SQL Server, Active Directory, and Microsoft Azure
• Implement and maintain security solutions in compliance with DoD requirements, including STIGs, RMF, ACAS, Splunk, and Trellix ESS
• Oversee the integration, testing, upgrading, and documentation of infrastructure platforms, ensuring alignment with organizational business requirements
• Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard systems and mitigate risks
• Conduct infrastructure platform modeling, performance analysis, and capacity planning to support operational needs
• Collaborate with architecture teams to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance operational efficiency
• Provide technical leadership and resolve complex troubleshooting issues, coordinating with system administrators and vendors when necessary
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation, including standard operating procedures, maintenance guides, and knowledge base articles
• Manage day-to-day operational and administrative tasks for deployed systems in lab and production environments
• Serve as a technical expert, leading high-impact technology assignments and mentoring team members to achieve project goals

Technical Training:

• Implementing Citrix XenApp 5.0 for Windows Server 2008
• Advanced Administration for Citrix XenApp 5.0 for Windows Server 2008
• VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, and Manage
• Microsoft PowerShell for the IT Administrator
• Microsoft Azure Administrator
• Microsoft Azure: Infrastructure as a Service
• DISA ACAS Version 5.3
• McAfee Endpoint Security Solutions Administrator/Advanced Administrator (201/301)
• Dell Compellent Storage Center Advanced Administrator

Education / Certifications

• Master's degree (MA/MS/ME)
• 2 additional years of relevant experience is needed if substituting a a bachelor's degree in information technology (IT) for the master's degree
• IT Security Designation: ADP/IT-II
• Investigation Required: Tier 3 (T3)
• IA Technical/Management Designation: IAT III and CE
• CompTIA Security +
• CompTIA Network+
• Citrix Certified Advanced Administrator (CCAA)
• Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
• Assured Compliance and Assessment Solution (ACAS)
• Certified in Microsoft Windows Server 2022 with a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in a production environment, or equivalent expertise as determined by the government based on extensive work experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k)
• PTO
• Paid Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid federal holidays

Security Clearance

Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner and that may include lifting to thirty pounds, as necessary.

Company Summary

Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an SBA Certified Native Hawaiian Organization 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology and offering professional solutions in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.

Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."

Company Employment Statement

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.