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System Engineer

NCI
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026
Company DescriptionSince 2006, MAXISIQ has advanced the state of Cyber RDT&E by bringing together industry expertise in software, hardware, communications and security, and leveraging decades of operational experience to deliver exceptional value to communities and the critical missions they support. Join us where we innovate, develop smarter solutions, technologies, services, and actionable capabilities for our clients- right when they need it most.Job DescriptionWe are seeking skilled and experienced System Engineer candidates for anticipated and future opportunities.  They will be a part of a fast-paced team that designs, builds, and maintains mission infrastructure.The candidate should have solid experience in at least two of the following: Linux, Windows, cloud, and networking. The individual should understand foundational concepts of securing and hardening infrastructure. The ideal candidate is one that is creative, motivated, and enjoys working with cutting edge technology. The individual will gain extensive experience with architecting and building cloud-based infrastructure solutions and will have the ability to make an immediate impact on day-to-day operations within our team.QualificationsTS/SCI with FSP RequiredAbility to build Linux, Windows, and Networking infrastructure that spans both cloud and traditional on-premises environmentsStrong knowledge and hands-on experience troubleshooting Linux, Windows, cloud, and networking related issues.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and develop practical solutions.Support the design and implementation of cloud-based networking architectures, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security in alignment with industry best practices.Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new applications or technologies.Excellent communication skills and the ability to describe complex systems and applications to other team members and senior management.Ability to work within a team and offer creative solutions within contractual constraints.Analyze issues related to cloud applications and infrastructure, security vulnerabilities, and other potential risks and provide creative solutions. Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #CJ

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