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Systems Engineer (SME)

GovCIO
Hampton, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/29/2026 CLOSED ON 8/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Systems Engineer (SME) position at GovCIO?

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Systems Engineer (SME) to support modernization efforts. This position will be located in Hampton, Va on Joint Base Langley-Eustis and will be a fully onsite position.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Systems Engineer (SME) to help build out and maintain our rapidly expanding infrastructure and assist with the enterprise modernization. You will be part of a talented team of engineers that demonstrate superb technical competency, delivering mission-critical infrastructure and ensuring the highest levels of availability, performance and security. This position is located at Langley Air Force Base, Hampton, Virginia.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with customer, vendors, management and internal information technology (IT) team through the modernization of the enterprise systems.
  • Developing control features to ensure systems effectively meet the organization’s quality standards
  • Engaging in quality control procedures to ensure that systems are efficient and operational
  • Train team on data security, troubleshooting processes and related skills
  • Create, install and support enterprise systems
  • Work with PMO to determine their computing and technology needs
  • Work with Portfolio Managers to manage projects and meet deliverables according to a set timeline
  • Technical proficiency, Strong understanding of various technologies, programming languages, and tools required for system development.
  • Communication skills, Clear and effective communication with stakeholders, team members, and clients to ensure system requirements are met.
  • Ability to multitask to manage problems and come up with innovative solutions.
  • Planning life cycle management for IT systems.

Qualifications

High School with 10 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills And Experience

Clearance: TS/SCI

  • Analytical skills, ability to analyze systems and identify opportunities for improvement or troubleshoot problems.
  • DOD 8140 IAT II certification (Security CE, CCNA-Security, CySA ,CND)
  • Proven working experience in installing, configuring and troubleshooting in computing environments.
  • Experience with virtualization and containerization (e.g., VMware, Virtual Box, Docker)
  • Experience with automation software

Preferred Skills And Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, software engineering, systems engineering or related field experience.
  • Experience with DOD Networks (NIPR, SIPR, JWICS)
  • Solid scripting skills (e.g.Powershell)

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Posted Salary Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.

Salary : $140,000 - $160,000

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