Systems Engineer Principal

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Fort Bragg, NC
Salary: $106,250–$143,750 / yr
Posted: 8 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 53 roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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Similar $185k

This role $125k

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This role pays less than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $156,600–$212,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $125k versus about $185k for comparable roles.

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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 a team supporting a SOCOM customer to lead engineers and administrators in designing, building, and implementing a secure private cloud platform. This role involves developing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy to establish a robust hybrid cloud environment while overseeing application migration efforts and ensuring alignment with DoW regulations for handling classified information. The successful candidate will utilize expertise in Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Server platforms 2016/2019/2022, PowerShell scripting, and systems automation. Technical requirements include experience with server virtualization via VMWare or Microsoft Hyper-V, as well as troubleshooting through the Service Now ticketing system. The role requires proficiency in creating technical documentation and managing project planning while navigating complex private cloud architectures to solve critical infrastructure challenges within a secure government environment.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $152000 from 203 postings across 33 companies.

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Skills

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

What you'll do

Lead a team of engineers and administrators in developing and executing a comprehensive cloud smart strategy.
Design, build, and implement a secure private cloud platform tailored to specific operational needs.
Define the architecture, security posture, and operational processes for the customer's private cloud.
Oversee application migration efforts while ensuring 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 Service Now ticketing.
Provide technical guidance, project management, and expert oversight during all phases of systems engineering.
Create comprehensive technical documentation to support infrastructure and operations.

What we're looking for

US Citizenship is required.
Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance.
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree.
7+ years of related experience.
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and Windows Server platforms (2016/2019/2022).
Experience with PowerShell scripting, systems automation, and server virtualization (VMWare or Microsoft Hyper-V).
Ability to create technical documentation and perform troubleshooting using the ServiceNow ticketing system.
Proven track record of leading teams in delivering complex cloud projects (preferred); expertise in containerization and security protocols (preferred).

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