Systems Engineer Principal

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Fort Bragg, NC
Salary: $106,250–$143,750 / yr
Posted: 49 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 65 roles within 25 mi

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Systems Engineer Principal

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The Systems Engineer Principal will join the IT Infrastructure and Operations team to serve as a Lead System Platform Architect for a SOCOM customer. In this role, you will lead a team of engineers and administrators to design, build, and implement a secure private cloud platform. Your daily responsibilities include defining architecture, security posture, and operational processes, as well as overseeing application migrations while ensuring alignment with DoW regulations for classified information. You will utilize Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server platforms, PowerShell scripting, and server virtualization technologies like VMWare and Microsoft Hyper-V. The role requires expertise in systems automation, systems design, and troubleshooting via ServiceNow. You will solve complex technical problems by establishing a robust, resilient hybrid cloud environment tailored to unique operational needs.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $160000 from 251 postings across 41 companies.

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Skills

Active Directory Windows Server PowerShell VMware Hyper-V Docker Kubernetes Python Bash Java Go Service Now Private Cloud Hybrid Cloud NIST STIGs CMMC Systems Automation Systems Design Microservices

What you'll do

Lead a team of engineers and administrators in developing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy.
Design and implement a secure private cloud platform tailored to unique operational needs.
Define the architecture, security posture, and operational processes for the private cloud.
Oversee application migration efforts and ensure alignment with DoW regulations for classified information.
Manage server virtualization using VMWare or Microsoft Hyper-V platforms.
Perform systems automation and troubleshooting using PowerShell scripting and ServiceNow.
Create effective technical documentation and provide technical guidance for project planning.
Ensure infrastructure complies with security protocols including NIST, STIGs, and CMMC.

What we're looking for

US Citizenship is required.
Must currently possess a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree is required.
7+ years of related experience is required.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory administration and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022) is required.
Experience with PowerShell Scripting, systems automation, and server virtualization (VMWare and/or Microsoft Hyper-V) is required.
Experience troubleshooting for technicians or end users using the Service Now ticketing system is required.
Proven track record of leading teams in delivering complex private cloud projects is preferred (preferred).

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