Systems Engineer II

Job Description

Job Description

Narrative Job Summary:

A Systems Engineer II is an intermediate-level position responsible for the design, implementation, and management of IT systems infrastructure. This position also requires emphasis on cybersecurity scanning and remediation.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

Ability to create and follow IT related policies and procedures.

• Root Cause analysis of baseline system defects, hardware, and software.
• Administer Windows Active Directory, Group Policies, and Certificate Services.
• Manage network storage devices (SAN / NAS)
• Troubleshoot issues dealing with systems/network and subsystems, identify/analyze root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventive maintenance actions including system back-ups, error log reviews, and database size integrity checks.
• Develop and enforce security policies and standards.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
• Perform security assessments and risk assessments.
• Provide advanced security training to employees.
• Perform other duties and assist with special projects and installments as assigned.

Expected core competencies:

• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Server and PC Operating Systems
• Proficient with Linux Operating System
• Design, implement, and maintain physical and virtual IT infrastructure including servers, storage, networking, and security devices
• Ability to create and utilize administrative scripts
• Develop and implement cybersecurity policies, procedures, and guidelines to mitigate risks and vulnerabilities
• Implement STIGS (Security Technical Implementation Guides) for operating systems, applications, and devices to enhance cybersecurity posture.
• Conduct regular vulnerability scans using Nessus and remediate identified issues promptly
• Demonstrate strong and effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products such as Teams, Project, Power Point, Excel and Outlook.
• Use technical information in operation and maintenance activities
• Stay current with the latest security trends, threats, and best practices and incorporate them into an IT infrastructure.
• Ability to mentor less knowledgeable team members

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in related field
• Must have at least five years of combined experience in systems administration and cybersecurity.
• Required certifications:

1. CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification

• Additional certifications a plus: A+, Network+, MCP, MCSA, CCNA, SSCP, CISA
• Related military training and/or job experience is a plus
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Work locations will be extremely remote, along the southern border in areas surrounding Pharr, McAllen, and Rio Grande City, TX

****Must be able to obtain a government security clearance****

Elevated Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.