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Senior Systems Engineer (Prime Contract)

LufCo
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026

Overview

Position Title: Systems Engineer

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Reports To: Program Manager/Team Lead

Job Type: Full-time

Clearance Requirement: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Summary:

Dig in with your teams to effectively perform requirements analysis, refinement, documentation, and some testing support and push secure access solutions forward to support the customer. If you enjoy a flexible schedule, engaging with your teammates, and have strong communication skills to effectively communicate with those that work with you and those you serve, this may be the opportunity for you!

You bring attention to detail and possess the agency to make decisions in support of problem solving and completing tasks in a timely manner. You value the support from company leadership to deliver the highest quality product while supporting a healthy work/life balance. You want to grow and contribute to improve the mission.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive next generation PKI architecture forward utilizing commercial and government best practices for ensuring secure key solutions
  • Planning, implementation, and evolution of PKI solution sets for evaluation and analysis as part of existing system modernization efforts
  • Provide fundamental knowledge on applying technologies like containerization to legacy physical workloads, the ability to identify automation improvements, and the ability to communicate pros/cons as part of the technical decision making process
  • Documenting, maintaining and representing stakeholder priorities in regards to Certificate products and services impacting thousands of users and systems worldwide
  • Advocate for automation in all aspects of the system (build, deployment, test, updating, and monitoring)

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelors degree in a Technical or related discipline is required
    • 5 years’ of additional experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree

Experience:

  • Fourteen (14) years’ experience in Systems Engineering in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required

Skills:

  • Ability to see impacts of system changes at scale, minimizing technical debt and critical thinking related to strategic moves regarding Identity, Credentialing, and Access Management Solutions
  • Experience with, or at least understanding of, Agile methodology

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to travel as required.
  • Standard office environment with occasional requirements to visit client sites, labs, or field environments.

Why Join Us?

  • Impactful Work: Contribute to critical national security initiatives and make a real difference in protecting our nation.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with the latest advancements in SIGINT and related fields.
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development, training, and advancement within a growing company.
  • Collaborative Environment: Join a team of highly skilled and supportive engineers who are passionate about their work.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, generous PTO, health/dental/vision insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive Pay: Salaries depend on labor category, years of experience, education, skills relevant to the position, and type of contract.
  • Benefits: Including Paid Time Off; 401K Contribution and Employer Match Contributions; and Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
  • For the full list of LufCo Benefits, visit our website: https://www.lufburrow.com/careers



Position availability can vary due to dynamic, evolving contract needs. This job posting being active does not guarantee an immediately available position matching its description. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change based on the needs of the company.

LufCo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

LufCo Employees: This position qualifies for up to a Purple Award level referral bonus. For more information, visit the Employee Portal.

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