Systems Engineer Lead Jobs

Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of systems engineers, setting priorities and technical direction. Own enterprise IT design and documentation across cloud, on-premise and hybrid environments. Guide secure integration plans, configuration baselines and architecture artifacts. Direct alternatives analysis and cost-benefit analysis for modernization initiatives. Act as the escalation point for complex systems issues, outages and maintenance events. Serve as the senior interface between engineering staff and programme leadership. Evaluate emerging technology for scalability, resilience and security across the enterprise.

Requirements: No active security clearance is required. Demonstrated leadership of systems engineering teams and projects. Expertise equivalent to certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator Expert, CCNP, VMware VCP, or comparable security and platform credentials. Proven record in secure system design, lifecycle integration and transition to operations. Interdisciplinary strength across systems engineering, cybersecurity and operations. On-site in Germantown, MD. Positions may also be staffed in Oak Ridge, TN or Lemont, IL.

Compensation: $150,000 to $190,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. US Citizenship and the ability to pass a federal background investigation in order to be granted access to sensitive information.