System Engineer Level 2

Job Description

Job Description

System Engineer Level 2

Position Summary

DarkStar Intelligence is seeking a System Engineer Level 2 for a position at Fort Meade, MD with an active Top Secret / SCI clearance and Full-Scope Polygraph (CCA acceptable). This critical role supports NSM-8 implementation, vulnerability identification, and alerting for the Department of Defense (DoD) and National Security Systems (NSS) in areas such as cross-domain solutions, incident reporting, encryption, zero-trust cloud policy development, customer outreach, and coordination. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of seven years of systems engineering experience, with expertise in zero-trust architecture, data protection, and guiding the design and development of complex systems. This role involves engaging in mission-critical projects, contributing to national security, and collaborating within a dynamic team environment. Limited telework opportunities are available.

Location : Fort Meade, MD

Schedule (FT / PT) :  Full-Time

Travel Required :  No

Shift :  Day

Remote Type :  Limited

Security Clearance :   Current TS / SCI

Polygraph :   Fullscope Polygraph (CCA Accepted)

Primary Duties & Responsibilities :

• Analyze user requirements, concepts of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications.
• Lead the analysis of system requirements, design, and development activities, guiding users in formulating requirements and evaluating alternative approaches through feasibility studies.
• Provide technical leadership for integrating requirements, design, and technology, ensuring successful implementation of system solutions.
• Incorporate new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations and develop technical documentation to support system engineering activities.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and system design documentation, including System Engineering Plans, Interface Control Documents, and Requirements Specifications.
• Guide system development and implementation planning by preparing System Engineering Management Plans and System Integration and Test Plans.
• Manage system requirements to ensure compatibility with defined system architectures, such as DoDAF.
• Interact with the Government regarding systems engineering technical considerations and associated issues, conflicts, or concerns.
• Serve as the ultimate authority for the technical integrity of work performed and the deliverables associated with systems engineering responsibilities.
• Contribute to developing operational concepts and scenarios, describing interactions between systems, users, and environments, while emphasizing operational, maintenance, and support needs.
• Support DoD Certification / Accreditation processes and ensure compliance with relevant security and protection standards.
• Ensure the integration of data protection products within a zero-trust enterprise and compliance with encryption and security standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to manage system baselines, interface designs, and change control processes.
• Assess and manage risks, plan verification efforts for new designs, and prepare timeline analysis diagrams.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline.

Specialized Skills :

Salary Range : 149,000 - $155,000

This pay range is a general guideline and not a guarantee of specific compensation or salary. When extending an offer, DarkStar Intelligence considers various factors, including (but not limited to) the job's responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data alignment, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other relevant laws.

About DarkStar Intelligence

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are dedicated to advancing mission support and tradecraft development for our clients while emphasizing employee retention and client satisfaction. We deliver high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our “Core Four” values : humility, passion, agility, and ownership. Our team members embody humility by prioritizing the mission over personal recognition, bringing passion through relentless enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation. With agility, they adapt swiftly to changing mission requirements and excel in team dynamics. Above all, our personnel take full ownership of their work, holding themselves accountable to deliver results and uphold the highest standards of excellence. We strive to make our country safer and create a lasting impact through these values.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is not just a policy but a core value that defines our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued based on their skills, abilities, and qualifications and where employment decisions are made solely on merit.

We uphold a zero-tolerance stance on discrimination of any kind. Our commitment ensures that no one is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our EEO principles are embedded in every facet of the employment process—from recruitment and hiring to promotions, transfers, training, and career development. We also apply this commitment to maintaining an inclusive work environment, equitable compensation and benefits, fair performance evaluations, and respectful terminations. At DarkStar Intelligence, diversity and inclusion are more than policies; they are essential to who we are and how we operate.

EEO Flyer : shorturl.at / abpNX

Employee Benefits

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe investing in our employees means providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their personal and professional well-being. We offer a variety of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our team :

Core Benefits :

Voluntary Benefits :

At DarkStar Intelligence, we are committed to providing benefits that empower you to thrive inside and outside the workplace. We value your contributions and strive to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

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Salary : $149,000 - $155,000