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System Engineer

Catapult Federal Services
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2025

Systems Engineer - Linux (TS / SCI w / CI or FS Poly required)

Herndon, VA – Onsite

5%-10% International travel to OCONUS locations

Full-Time / Direct Hire

Job Description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team supporting on-site national security missions. In this role, you will contribute to Systems Design & Architecture, Integration & Testing, Data Analysis, and Capability Development. You will engage in systems planning, installation, commissioning, site surveys, and troubleshooting to deliver tailored solutions for critical missions. Working as part of a U.S.-based operations team, you will provide technical guidance and collaborate with international developers and engineers. You will play a key role in ensuring system efficiency and operational effectiveness while addressing complex challenges to meet customer needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Install, configure, and maintain technical equipment, including servers and virtual systems.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and software issues, run diagnostics, and document resolutions.
  • Assist in designing and developing internal solutions to meet customer requirements.
  • Test and implement process automation systems to optimize operational performance.
  • Support and perform site surveys, system commissioning, and maintenance tasks.

Required Experience / Skills

  • Active TS / SCI with CI or FS Poly.
  • CompTIA Security certification or equivalent DoD IAT II certification.
  • 3-5 years of Linux / UNIX system administration experience.
  • 2 years of experience in systems design & architecture, integration & testing, data analysis, or capability development.
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues.
  • Preferred Experience / Skills :

  • Understanding of mobile telecom network architectures and related hardware, software, and protocols.
  • Experience working directly with the development team to resolve software and hardware problems and applying software and hardware patches.
  • Strong knowledge of networking protocols such as TCP / IP, NAT, routing and switching.
  • Experience with analyzing logs, stack traces, debug libraries, software / hardware.
  • Possesses an understanding of Python, Bash, SQL databases.
  • Create installation guides and as-built documentation.
  • Experience with Linux firewall and VPN configuration
  • Pay Summary :

    Salary up to $160,000 / yr, depending on experience.

    Join this growing and expanding company as they break into new markets!

    Linux (RHEL / CentOS) | TS / SCI | Mobile Telecom Network Architecture | Linux Firewall

    Salary : $160,000

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