Are you a visionary with a passion for designing and optimizing complex systems? We’re looking for a talented System Architect/Engineer to lead our technical projects and drive innovation! This position is on site in Quantico, VA and requires a Top-Secret clearance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Independently or in coordination with the Technical Subject Matter Expert, designs, implements, and maintains system architectures that support the customer assigned systems. Responsible for successful operations and maintenance of all IT systems assigned to include database administration, system administration, system security support, and system configuration to meet best optimization. Responsible for all system components continuing to function normally through system maintenance, upgrade, and testing. Ensures system and process documentation is complete and up to date for every aspect of operational applications, services, or environments as a reference for future operations and maintenance, including version and platform upgrades. Responsible for verifying system architecture is compliant with system standards while operating as efficiently as possible. Evaluates analytically and systematic problems with workflow, system configuration, and planning resulting in the development of appropriate corrective action. When appropriate, oversees junior database administrator and system administrator tasks.
Required Skills / Experience:
• Active Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI if required
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical discipline. Education substitution requires 10+ years’ proven specialized experience
supporting or leading IT network systems O&M with system architecture and engineering experience for on-premises and/or cloud environments
• 8+ years specialized experience supporting or leading IT network systems O&M with system architecture and engineering experience for on-premises and/or cloud environments
• Expert in system and database administration able to perform backups, databasing tasks, file recovery, user access support, and independently resolving complex system or user problems
under tight deadlines
• Experience with Domain Name Servers (DNS), Network File Systems (NFS), SSH services including standard daemons, protocols, and applications.
• Must possess and maintain at least one of the following certifications: Red Hat Certified System
Administrator, Red Hat Certified Engineer, CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Security+, ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), or
other certifications exemplifying skill sets needed to manage the design, operations, and maintenance of IT systems
Application deadline 1-31-2025
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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.
The proposed salary for this position is:
$126,600—$190,000 USD
At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans.
Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.
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What We Do
SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts.
Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face.
SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements.
Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
