Systems Engineer - SkyePoint Decisions

SkyePoint Decisions is a leading Cybersecurity Architecture and Engineering, Critical Infrastructure and Operations, and Applications Development and Maintenance IT service provider headquartered in Dulles, Virginia with operations across the U.S. We provide innovative enterprise-wide solutions as well as targeted services addressing the complex challenges faced by our federal government clients. Our focus is on enabling our clients to deliver their mission most efficiently and effectively – anytime, anywhere, securely. We combine technical expertise, mission awareness, and an empowered workforce to produce meaningful results.

As a SkyePoint employee you will be given the opportunity to support some of our nation’s most critical information systems by utilizing not only your existing cybersecurity skills and talents, but those that you will learn in your new role. In your new role as a cyber security professional, you will protect our customer’s most sensitive data and complex systems from all forms of threats including cyber-attacks, insider threats, rogue network devices, and malicious software and applications. You will work with a team of like-minded professionals to share and collaborate upon your ideas to improve the cybersecurity infrastructure, architecture, and configuration deployments. Your ideas and contributions will matter.

This is a contingent position based upon customer approval.

SkyePoint Decisions is looking for a Systems Engineer to support the Department of State (DOS). A current TS security clearance is required for consideration.  The candidate will be responsible for the development of Virtualization solutions utilizing VMWare and Cloud technologies.  The candidate will research, analyze, evaluate and integrate as necessary new and emerging technologies in order to find ways to deliver a superior IT environment to the bureaus in a cost effective and secure manner. The candidate will support the continuing goal of incorporating these innovative technologies into the Department’s equipment modernization program.

This position is on site 5 days a week M-F in Springfield, VA.

Description of Duties:

• Execute the duties and responsibilities as a member of the System Integrity Office (SIO).
• Design, integrate, and deploy VMWare IT solutions.
• Provide operational engineering support to enterprise-level solutions using virtual server hosting, backup solutions, off-site data replication and service level storage solutions.
• Provision Virtual Machines and patches to the software and hardware hosting infrastructure.
• Participate in on-call after-hours support rotation, responding to support calls after-hours/weekends/holidays/shutdowns.
• Update system and process documentation and user guides as needed diagrams and SOPs as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• BS and 9+ years of related experience; Masters and 7+ years; Additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

• Must be able to work on site. 
• VMware Experience:

  • VMWare and vSphere design, integration and deployment.

  • Knowledge or Training on VMware and ESX 6.0+ deployment, configuration, and maintenance.

• Windows engineer or administrator experience (Active Directory, GPOs, and PowerShell scripting)

  Experience leading system integration projects as the technical lead.

• Experience working with customers to capture/document requirements.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have an active Top Secret clearance. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cloud technologies with an emphasis on Azure or Amazon Web Services.
• Active Directory experience, particularly in a large environment.
• Strong scripting skills.
• NetApp storage administration and operation experience.
• LAN/WAN networking experience.
• CommVault integration and administration experience.
• Ability to apply ITIL v3 Foundation concepts within the workplace.
• DOS processes.
• Linux engineer experience, namely on RedHat/RHEL.
• Experience working on incorporating commercial mobile devices and other hardware products into a government infrastructure. 
• Knowledge of Windows SCCM and WSUS. 
• Knowledge of Splunk.
• Knowledge of Science Logic. 
• Knowledge of Tenable. 
• Knowledge of VPNs.

What We Can Offer You:

• At SkyePoint, we go B.I.G. (beginning in GRATITUDE) by recognizing all we have and giving back to our employees, families, and communities. It instills a positive mindset that permeates all we do. By beginning in gratitude, SkyePoint can continue to spread living in gratitude each day.
• Great Benefits: Several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, floating federal holiday options, and 401k matched
• Certificate Incentive Program: To promote professional development, we recognize and reward employees who obtain new certifications aligned with business needs.
• SkyePoint DoD SkillBridge Industry Partner Fellowship Program

• Flexible Work Environment

Compensation:

Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000

The SkyePoint Decisions salary range for this position is a general guideline only. It represents an estimated range for this position and is just one piece of our total compensation package. 

Salary at SkyePoint is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, work schedule, the candidate’s combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability, market data and business considerations.

In addition to a competitive salary, SkyePoint offers benefits including a certification incentive program, PTO, floating federal holiday options, several insurance options including HMO and High Deductible plans with Health Savings Accounts [HSAs], Flex Spending Accounts [FSAs], Full Dental Plans, Vision, ST/LT Disability, Life Insurance, and 401k matched.

SkyePoint Decisions is an established ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certified small business and appraised at CMMI Level 3 for Services and Development. We possess a common vision of excellence and foster a collaborative team culture built upon individual performance and accountability. We invest in our people and systems to create value for our clients. It is the SkyePoint Way. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with exceptional people and give back to the communities we serve. Our employees value the flexibility at SkyePoint that allows them to balance quality workand their personal lives.

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Skyepoint Decisions is a participating E-Verify Employer. 

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.