Systems Engineer

Spry Methods Systems Engineer PositionSpry Methods is a proven provider of mission-focused technology, cybersecurity, and program management solutions supporting critical Federal and DoD missions. We specialize in delivering integrated, high-impact solutions across cyber operations, enterprise resource management, and mission support services. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and innovation - empowering our teams to deliver meaningful outcomes in complex, high-security environments.Who We're Looking For (Position Overview):Spry Methods is seeking a Systems Engineer to support a federal law enforcement and scientific mission environment delivering secure, high-performing enterprise IT services. This role contributes directly to the reliability, modernization, and operational excellence of infrastructure, applications, and specialized technology platforms that enable critical investigative and scientific capabilities.The Systems Engineer will support a diverse ecosystem of hardware, enterprise systems, applications, and operational technologies across multiple interconnected networks. This position plays a key role in strengthening service delivery, optimizing system performance, and improving integration across platforms to ensure seamless mission execution.Working at the convergence of enterprise IT and specialized scientific systems, you will ensure supported environments maintain high levels of availability, responsiveness, security, and operational stability. The role requires proactive monitoring of server and system performance, alignment with service level objectives, and continuous identification of process and technical enhancements that increase efficiency, resilience, and scalability.What Your Day-To-Day Looks Like (Position Responsibilities):Enhance enterprise IT services and solutions to this customer component to provide best-in-class end-user support and drive improvements in the operations, management, maintenance and integration of services across multiple networks, systems, and applications to enable and enhance mission operations for law enforcement capabilitiesWork at the intersection of traditional IT and specialized scientific and operational technology systems to ensure functionality, performance, availability, responsiveness of supported IT systems and servicesManage server performance against service delivery objectives and identify and implement operational improvements to promote efficiency within the organizationGather and analyze user system requirements using multiple methodologiesDevelop technical documentation, including system requirements, security specifications, and test plansDiagnose and resolve server issues related to connectivity, storage, application status, availability, and hardwareMonitor system performance, identify anomalies, and implement corrective actionsPerform regular data backups and maintain disaster recovery operationsSupport Continuity of Operations (COOP) to ensure mission-critical availabilityApply technical and business expertise to improve deployment and maintenance processesDesign, deploy, test, certify, patch, and address interoperability issues across all system componentsWork independently and collaboratively to enhance system solutions and drive service improvementsDefine and enforce enterprise architecture standards and best practices across IT projectsDevelop and maintain reference architectures to guide solution design and implementationEnsure compliance with security, regulatory, and governance frameworks in all architectural designsLead architecture review boards and provide guidance on technical decisions and trade-offsDrive innovation by evaluating and integrating emerging technologies into enterprise solutionsWhat You Need to Succeed (Minimum Requirements):US citizenship with active Top Secret clearanceMinimum of 8 years' experience, or equivalent certifications demonstrating ability to perform at this levelExperience in tools such as AWS, Microsoft, Windows Server, Citrix, NetApp, Dell Unity, Dell Avamar, Hyper-V, Microsoft SQL Server, Azure DevOps, Ivanti, Microsoft Service Manager, Atlassian, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, WSUS, and BigFix, Splunk$100,000 - $110,000 a year Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, technical qualifications, certifications, clearance level, and contract requirements.Perks of Working for Us (Benefits):Medical Coverage – Cigna - 4 Options- Traditional - PPO Open Access Plus Network- (2) HDHP - PPO Open Access Plus Network- HDHP - EPO Open Access Plus NetworkDental Coverage – Cigna - PPO Base & Buy-Up PlansVision Coverage – Principal - VSP Choice NetworkPaid Holidays : Full-time employees receive 11 paid federal holidaysPaid Time Off (PTO) – PTO accrual starts at 15 days per yearTraining Benefit – Annual training allowance available toward any job-related training or education401(k) – Multiple Fund Choices through Fidelity with a company matchEEO StatementAt Spry, we believe talented and dedicated employees are our most valued assets and the foundation of our success. We are committed to crafting a diverse and inclusive workplace that endorses engagement, creativity, quality and innovation.We are proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, we evaluate qualified candidates in full consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other protected status.