Systems Engineer (Windows)

SYSTEMS ENGINEER (WINDOWS) (RDTE) 

Bowhead is seeking a Systems Engineer to join our growing team in Dahlgren, VA. The System Engineer will provide Operation & Maintenance (O&M) support to Windows servers used at NSWC Dahlgren Division for corporate solutions and Research, Development, Testing, and Evaluation (RDT&E) organizational needs. This environment includes support for Windows Active Directory. O&M support includes patch management, and information assurance/security for the Research Development Testing and Evaluation (RDT&E) network.  

• Provide engineering support for initiatives including, but not limited to, VMware, IBM Endpoint Manager, Splunk, and NetApp enterprise storage system.  
• Responsible for the configuration and maintenance of domain backup solutions using Symantec NetBackup.  
• Administer and maintain endpoint solutions on supported RDT&E networks. Develop, maintain and deploy automated Windows 2016/2019 Servers. Assist with Windows server migration.  
• Provide O&M support for various Department transition initiatives to Corporate Services. Provide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for designs and implementation strategies of new hardware and software deployments.  
• Address requirements for maintaining system security as defined by the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) package.  
• Work independently as well as in a support environment to meet deadlines while simultaneously performing multiple tasks.  
• Work with the Help Desk; but also with various Department Points of contacts as needed to resolve customer problems. 

   

  • Must have demonstrated ability to produce system specifications, design requirements, test evaluation planning documents, and technical publications and reports.  
  • Requires strong understanding of current Microsoft supported Windows operating systems. Must be experienced in Windows Active Directory infrastructure administration to include Group Policy Objects management.  
  • Must have an understanding of SAN fundamentals to include but not limited to virtual machine and LUN provisioning, snapshots, and zoning.  
  • Must demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills.  
  • Must have the ability to multi-task while being meticulous. DOD 8570 IAT level II certification is required (i.e., CompTIA Security ce).  
  • Experience with Splunk, IBM Endpoint Manager and WSUS are highly desirable.  
  • Scripting knowledge is a plus, with Powershell, PowerCLI or another language. Knowledge of Department of Defense (DoD) networking and security accreditation requirements such as Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP).  
  • Familiarity with Host Based Security System (HBSS) and Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) is a plus 

    Physical Demands: 

    • Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds  
    • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time  
    • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically 

      SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to maintain a security clearance at the Top Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.