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Systems Engineer

Emerald Technical Solutions
Elkton, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2026
Position Overview 
Emerald Technical Solutions is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, optimization, and modernization of the Town of Elkton’s IT infrastructure. This role provides senior-level engineering expertise across on-premises systems, virtualization, networking, cybersecurity, and hybrid cloud strategy.
This position plays a critical role in strategic planning, security alignment, and infrastructure evolution, ensuring compliance with NIST, CJIS, and Maryland SMCS standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Infrastructure Engineering & Architecture
  • Lead design, implementation, and optimization of:
    • Hyper-V virtualization environments
    • Windows Server infrastructure (AD, DNS, DHCP, GPO)
    • Exchange 2019 and migration to Exchange Online
  • Evaluate and modernize infrastructure with hybrid cloud solutions (Azure / M365)
Strategic Modernization
  • Develop and execute a phased IT modernization roadmap
  • Lead migration initiatives:
    • Exchange Online
    • Azure AD (Entra ID) hybrid identity
    • Cloud-based backup and DR
  • Provide cost-benefit and risk analysis for all modernization efforts
Cybersecurity Leadership
  • Align systems with:
    • NIST CSF 2.0
    • CIS Benchmarks
    • CJIS Security Policy
  • Lead vulnerability management and remediation planning (Tenable Nessus)
  • Design and enforce:
    • MFA and privileged access controls
    • Network segmentation and firewall policies
  • Support incident response planning and tabletop exercises
Network & Systems Engineering
  • Oversee management of:
    • Arista Untangle, SonicWall, Juniper SRX300
    • VPN architecture and site-to-site connectivity
  • Optimize network performance, redundancy, and security
Backup, DR, and Continuity
  • Architect and validate Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Plans (DR/BCP)
  • Define and enforce RPO/RTO targets
  • Oversee Veeam backup architecture and recovery testing
Law Enforcement Systems Oversight
  • Ensure CJIS-compliant operation of:
    • Cody RMS
    • Axon systems (AxonMain, Alpha1)
    • Livescan and access control systems
  • Coordinate with vendors while maintaining security compliance
Transition & Documentation Leadership
  • Lead transition activities including:
    • Full infrastructure discovery and validation
    • Risk identification and mitigation planning
  • Deliver Transition Completion Report and 90-day roadmap
Mentorship & Oversight
  • Provide technical leadership to on-site technicians
  • Establish SOPs, standards, and best practices
  • Review and approve system changes (Change Management)

Required Qualifications 
  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field
  • 8  years of IT experience
  • Deep expertise in:
    • Windows Server & Active Directory architecture
    • Virtualization (Hyper-V)
    • Networking (firewalls, VPNs, routing)
    • Microsoft 365 / Azure cloud services
  • Experience with enterprise backup and DR solutions
  • Candidates must undergo and pass CJIS-compliant fingerprint-based background screening, in addition to Emerald Technical Solutions’ internal background investigation
 
Preferred Qualifications 
  • Microsoft: AZ-305 (Solutions Architect) or AZ-104
  • VMware or Hyper-V certification
  • CISSP, CISM, or Security (required for security-heavy environments preferred)
  • Cisco (CCNP) or equivalent networking certification

Benefits 
  • Competitive compensation and benefits 
  • Salary range $100,000 – $120,000 based on experience and qualifications 
  • Professional development and certification support 
  • Collaborative, supportive team environment 

Salary : $100,000 - $120,000

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