Senior Systems Engineer

Virginia, U.S.

$150,000 – $200,000 per year

TLDR

Engineer and maintain networks for classified and unclassified use, spanning Windows and Linux, to support security access policies.

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future.

Two Six Technologies is growing, and we are looking for a Senior System Engineer to join our Corporate Security team. You will be responsible for engineering, administering and maintaining the classified network. The ideal candidate is one who is eager to learn and adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced and growing environment, have great attention to detail, strong analytical and critical problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills.

The environments you will work in include Windows 11, Active Directory/Group Policy, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), VMWare vSphere / ESXi, etc.

The position will be based out of our Herndon, VA office with potential local travel to our other sites.

What You Will Do:

Engineering and maintaining networks for both classified and unclassified use
Install, configure, administer and maintain Windows and Linux servers and workstations
Administering user accounts and access control within information systems to include creation of user accounts, assigning permissions to accounts, and enforcing security access policies to ensure compliance
Troubleshooting and resolving technical issues
Perform system backups and data recovery
On-call support for outages as needed

What You Will Need:

5+ years of experience supporting a IC community classified network (like JWICS) as a System Engineer, Network Engineer or Network Administrator
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a related degree or advanced professional industry certifications and additional experience can be substituted
8140 certification such as Security+, GCISP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+, CISM, CISSP, CCNA, etc.
Solid experience supporting Windows servers or workstations
Experience working with routers, switches and firewalls
Working knowledge of tools such as ServiceNow and Talon
Working knowledge of the Linux environment
Working knowledge of government regulations such as the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, etc.
Basic understanding of security compliance matrix

What we would like:

Experience building a classified network
Experience setting up network access storage

Security Clearance needed:

Active TS/SCI w/Poly

Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include but are not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid leave, tuition assistance and professional development.

The projected salary range listed for this position is annualized. This is a general guideline and not a guarantee of salary. Salary is one component of our total compensation package and the specific salary offered is determined by various factors, including, but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, geographic location, as well as contract specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary Range

$150,000—$200,000 USD

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Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture, hair type and protective hair styles (e.g., braids, twists, locs and twists)), color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions and lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 and over), marital status, disability, genetic information, and protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. For more information review the Two Six Technologies Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy and the EEO Poster.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to accommodations@twosixtech.com. Information provided will be kept confidential and used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

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Benefits

Education Stipend

tuition assistance

Health Insurance

medical, dental, and vision insurance

Learning Budget

professional development

Life and disability insurance

Paid Time Off

paid leave

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Two Six Technologies

Two Six Technologies specializes in cybersecurity and advanced technology solutions tailored for national security. We create innovative products like Sigma and Trusted Keep that tackle today’s most challenging issues, ensuring a safer global future for our clients.

Employees: 201-500 employees
Industry: Professional Services

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Senior Systems Engineer