Job Description
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer Senior at GDIT. Here, you’ll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our clients. With a career in application development, you’ll make the end user’s experience your priority and we’ll make your career growth ours.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Systems Engineer Senior you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Systems Engineers joining our team to enhance current capabilities, work with the team to develop future capabilities that will ensure our organization is on the cutting edge of technology.

HOW A SYSTEMS ENGINEER WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Designs server and application architectures; performs administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software.Maintains system security and executes common practices and procedures; monitors usage statistics and logs; monitors and remedies attempt to penetrate or corrupt server files.Maintains baseline configurations and performs modification of configuration settings.Institutes troubleshooting and incident response procedures. Troubleshoots system related problems.Provides team leadership and guidance to less experienced administrators.Remains current in operating systems/software analysis and technological developments and applications.Recommends future direction or projects to management.Provides expertise and direction in the development or modification of software programs and applications to enhance an operating system.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Required Experience:

5+ years of related experience.

Required Technical Skills:

4-8 years' experience as a Linux systems administrator.Security+ certification (DoD 8140 requirement).Experience with VMware and/or other virtualized systems.Database SQL/PostGres/Redis experience.Coding or scripting experience.Excellent communication and briefing skills; shows tact, effective listening skills and follow through.Provides technical guidance and leadership to engineers with less experience.Cloud Dev/Ops experience

Security Clearance Level:

TS/SCI (Required)

Required Skills and Abilities:

Detail oriented and organized; ensure accuracy of work.Pursues ongoing education in technical topics.Good business communication skills

Preferred Skills:

Windows System and server experience.Containerization experience.Agile/DevOps/GitLab experience or certification.

Location:

On Customer Site

Citizenship Required:

US Citizenship

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company matchComprehensive health and wellness packages Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your careerProfessional growth opportunities including paid education and certificationsCutting-edge technology you can learn fromRest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays