Summary
The remote System Engineer III provides system implementation, integration, maintenance, and operations support and is expected to design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. The System Engineer III performs systems management and integration functions and is knowledgeable in troubleshooting, investigating complex technical issues, and coordinating solutions. The System Engineer III guides the creation, installation, and support of computing systems. You must demonstrate superb technical competency, deliver mission-critical infrastructure and ensure the highest levels of availability, performance, and security of customer systems.
Supervisory Responsibilities- May guide less-experienced members of the team
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.- Leads system implementation, testing, integration, maintenance, and operations, including investigating and resolving complex technical problems
- Provide System Engineering and Administration for development, test, and production environments
- Responsible for managing computational resources including resource allocation, performance measurement, failover operations, reporting operations, maintenance, and resource planning, providing System Administration/Engineering support for an enterprise-level and development system comprised of Linux platforms, and supporting the upgrade of hardware and software
- Act as the technical advisor to the Project Manager and coordinate ongoing developing efforts between the stakeholders and the IT resources providing a course of action and corrective action plan when issues arise
- Capture the stakeholders' requirements and ensure that the system is built and functions in accordance with system specifications
- Ensure systems are kept in the required configuration profile, including, but not limited to patch maintenance, changes required by the evolution of production environments, and updating software and software configurations
- Recommend and execute modifications to systems to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance
- Develop and maintain training materials and systems documentation
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Basic Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or other related field, or equivalent work experience
- Applicable professional certifications
- 8 years of relevant and progressive work experience
- Experience with open sources tools used for automating software deployment, scaling and management
- Strong knowledge with network protocols
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical people and the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships among all levels of an organization
- Strong understanding of the organizational goals and objectives
- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills with strong customer service orientation
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with automation tools and cloud-based technologies
- AWS and or AZURE for cloud-based tech
- Experience with AGILE Tools (Atlassian preferred)
- Strong background with MBSE tools such as DOORS, CAMEO, and Enterprise Architect as a means of understanding, verifying and/or testing out system architectures
- Strong knowledge of coding techniques and tools, with a focus on test automation
Work authorization/security clearance requirements- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
Physical Demands- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organizations and client facilities
Work Environment- Work is normally performed in a remote environment
Proficiency Requirement:
The candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in all essential job functions, tools, and processes related to this position within the first 90 days of employment. This includes acquiring a thorough understanding of job-specific responsibilities, systems, and workflows as outlined during onboarding and training. Failure to meet this requirement may result in additional training, reassessment, or other actions as deemed necessary by management. The base salary range for this position is $125,237 to $176,539.
This base salary range represents a general guideline. An individual’s base salary within that range is determined based on a variety of factors, including (without limitation) the scope, complexities, and responsibilities of the position, the government contract to which the position is assigned, geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.
GAMA-1 also offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, training and career development opportunities, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO - to cover vacation, illness or disability, appointments, emergencies or other situations that require time off from work). For more information click here.
ABOUT GAMA-1
GAMA-1 is a rapidly growing technology business that is based in Greenbelt, Maryland. GAMA-1 Technologies provides strategic information assurance, information security, and business enterprise and networking solutions to the Federal Government. Our success is based on the utilization of industry and agency standards, establishment of standardized processes, and IT Services expertise. At GAMA-1, we believe employees should grow, achieve, and develop just as the company grows, achieves, and develops. GAMA-1 is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for career advancement throughout their employment. For more information, visit www.gama1tech.com
GAMA-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), domestic violence victims, political orientation, status as a smoker or tobacco user, hairstyle, use of a service animal, education status, familial status, HIV/AIDS status, height, weight, reproductive healthcare decisions or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
