Narrative Job Summary: 

 A Systems Engineer II is an intermediate-level position responsible for the design, implementation, and management of IT systems infrastructure. This position also requires emphasis on cybersecurity scanning and remediation.

 Responsibilities & Tasks:

 Ability to create and follow IT related policies and procedures. 

• Root Cause analysis of baseline system defects, hardware, and software. 
• Administer Windows Active Directory, Group Policies, and Certificate Services. 
• Manage network storage devices (SAN / NAS)
• Troubleshoot issues dealing with systems/network and subsystems, identify/analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions. 
• Perform preventive maintenance actions including system back-ups, error log reviews, and database size integrity checks. 
• Develop and enforce security policies and standards. 
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices. 
• Perform security assessments and risk assessments. 
• Provide advanced security training to employees. 
• Perform other duties and assist with special projects and installments as assigned.

Expected core competencies: 

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Server and PC Operating Systems 
• Proficient with Linux Operating System
• Design, implement, and maintain physical and virtual IT infrastructure including servers, storage, networking, and security devices
• Ability to create and utilize administrative scripts
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities
• Implement STIGS (Security Technical Implementation Guides) for operating systems, applications, and devices to enhance cybersecurity posture.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans using Nessus and remediate identified issues promptly
• Demonstrate strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Teams, Project, Power Point, Excel and Outlook. 
• Use technical information in operation and maintenance activities 
• Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and best practices and incorporate them into an IT infrastructure.
• Ability to mentor less knowledgeable team members

 Qualifications:

• Bachelors in related field 
• Must have at least five years of combined experience in systems administration and cybersecurity.
• Required certifications: 

1. CompTIA Security or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification

• Additional certifications a plus: A , Network , MCP, MCSA, CCNA, SSCP, CISA
• Related military training and/or job experience is a plus
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Work locations will be extremely remote, along the southern border in areas surrounding Pharr, McAllen, and Rio Grande City, TX

****Must be able to obtain a government security clearance****