Systems Engineer

The Systems Engineer will participate and perform in a variety of activities including proactive solution development; collaboration with other Engineers and support teams for problem resolution; and technical project design and execution.
The Systems Engineer is responsible for hands-on solution development, validation, and technical integration efforts. The candidate will work with other resources or delivery teams to build component solutions or major solutions of various sizes and complexities. Related responsibilities include:

• Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
• Perform technical implementation tasks ensuring work is delivered on schedule.
• Effectively troubleshoot technical issues as they arise during the project lifecycle.

• Provide design concepts and time estimates for implementing custom solutions to customers and/or other support teams.
• Identify and recommend cost effective solutions for lowering operational costs, streamlining processes, and improving the overall operational environment.
• Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers.
• Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
• Develop comprehensive documentation for deployed systems, including standard configuration, operating procedures, and administration guides.  
• Provide subject matter expertise and/or leads tier 3 level support on critical production issues.

Essential Knowledge:
The following knowledge and skills are highly desired:

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including, but not limited to, procedures and technical documentation.
• SharePoint Online administration
• Windows administration, security, and configuration management.
• Effective problem solving.
• Microsoft 365 products (Word, Excel, Visio, etc.) to create and modify documentation.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google)
• PowerShell or similar Windows scripting experience
• Ability to develop strong working relationships.

Helpful Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Visual Studio and/or VS Code
• Familiarity with GitHub and/or Git
• NetBackup, SQL, UNIX, Red Hat Linux, Automation
• E nterprise storage design/operation and virtualization (VMware / Hyper-V)
• SCCM, SCOM, vSphere 8/9, and SAN support/administration
• Cloud applications: OneDrive, PowerBI
• Troubleshooting enterprise problems
• Project Management experience
• IT incident management software (ServiceNow)

Essential Education/Experience:
A minimum of 5 years of total experience, with at least 3 years in a Systems Engineering role, is required. A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems is desired.  Microsoft Certifications on Azure or Windows Server (2016 or later) are strongly preferred.  ITIL version 3 certification is a plus.

 

Patriot, LLC is committed to a drug-free workplace. As such, the Company conducts pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and contract-mandated testing in accordance with federal and state law.

Patriot, LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.

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About Patriot LLC:

Patriot LLC (Patriot), located in Columbia, Maryland is an established, privately held government and commercial services Contractor with dedicated employees who bring relevant, responsive and adaptive solutions to our customers.

In 2014, Patriot’s CEO Anthony Russo was recognized as a Circle of Excellence Smart CEO Finalist and was profiled in the November/December issue of SmartCEO magazine. The Circle of Excellence Awards program recognizes CEOs who have succeeded in taking an aspect of their businesses to a level most companies rarely achieve.

In 2013, we received the Baltimore Business Journal’s award for being the largest veteran owned business based in the Baltimore area. In 2012, we received the 2012 Best in Columbia for our work in the areas of Computer Integrated Systems Design.

In 2011, we received the Best of Maryland Award. Today, with multiple government and commercial Programs, our Core Competencies have evolved in several key operational, technical and program support areas.

As a value-added partner, we provide our government and commercial customers with the quality assurance, performance-based and program management credentials required for a maximum Return on Investment (ROI), and sustainable strategic advantages, for both the short and long terms.

Lastly, as a “verified” Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) Minority/Disadvantaged Business Entity (MBE/DBE), Patriot is committed to delivering the highest quality personnel, most innovative approaches wrapped in state-of-the-art solutions using the latest and most advanced technologies available.

As required by Executive Order 14042, government contractor employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee’s duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 24, 2021 or before beginning work if after November 24. Patriot will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required exception from this requirement.

Company website:

Company address: 9520 Berger Road Suite 212 Columbia MD 21046