What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Systems Engineer position at Armed Forces Benefits Assoc.?
About Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) and 5Star Life
In 1947, AFBA emerged from the basement of the Pentagon to solve a critical need in support of the military. More than 75 years later, our commitment to those who serve and to solving their unique problems remains core to everything we do. Founded to provide military members with a death benefit no one else would, we continue to embrace our mission and deliver benefits tailored to the real-life needs of all who serve today, including active duty, National Guard, and first responders. Providing protection to those who go in harm’s way, we ensure survivor and other benefits are available to all who serve, defend, and protect our great nation, no matter what. 5Star Life Insurance Company was founded in service and carry that mission today by committing to serve those who serve, from underwriting benefits for military and first responder families to providing coverage to the employees that keep our communities running. Our commitment to our communities – rather than the bottom line- drives our business.
We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds with 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working remotely each week. This position is in Alexandria, VA
What We're Looking For
We’re looking for a seasoned Senior Systems Engineer to design, implement, and secure Microsoft-based solutions across data centers and the cloud. This role focuses on Active Directory, Azure, M365, and advanced infrastructure management to ensure stability, security, and scalability.
What You’ll Do:
- Architect and implement Microsoft solutions for on-prem and cloud environments
- Troubleshoot and support Active Directory, Azure, and M365 platforms
- Maintain backups, disaster recovery, and security hardening
- Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation nights and weekends and occasional data center work
- Document systems and processes for reliability and compliance
- Troubleshoot and resolve advanced technical issues (Active Directory, cloud, servers)
- Manage external service providers and ensure systems are up-to-date
- Document infrastructure and translate business needs into technical solutions
- Perform daily system checks and maintain documentation
- Gather and document business requirements, assess technical capabilities, and translate findings into technology solutions.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, plus a top-tier Microsoft certification (Azure Solutions Architect or Systems Engineer)
- Over 12 years of hands-on IT experience—ideally in financial services—with deep expertise in cloud engineering, Microsoft M365, and complex infrastructure projects
- Proven success architecting and deploying solutions in Microsoft Azure
Your Technical Superpowers
- Mastery of Active Directory, cloud and hybrid environments, virtualization, and both Windows and Linux server platforms
- Advanced security know-how: RBAC, zero trust, cryptography, and cloud security controls
- Solid networking chops and experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Terraform) and scripting languages (JavaScript, PowerShell, Bash, Python)
- Skilled in identity management and federation services
How You’ll Thrive
- Analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to make strategic decisions and communicate effectively
- Exceptional organizational skills—juggling multiple projects and deadlines with ease
- A collaborative spirit and the drive to learn new technologies and tools
- High attention to detail, customer focus, and the ability to shine under pressure—including after-hours support when needed
Benefits we offer:
- health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)
- 401k plan with generous employer match
- paid time off
- paid holidays (12)
- life insurance
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- employee assistance program
- professional development & tuition reimbursement
- career growth opportunities
- on-site gym and locker rooms (Alexandria, VA office only)
- friendly, collaborative culture
Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans' statuses, disabilities, and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact Human Resources (hr@afba.com). EEO is the Law (Link to external DOL site). AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Employer.
Salary : $125,000 - $140,000
