System Engineer (TS/SCI and Active Polygraph)

System EngineerVARITE is looking for qualified System Engineer in Fort Meade, MD.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Senior System Engineer (Level 3) to support a mission-critical program within the Intelligence Community at Fort Meade, MD. This is an on-site position in a Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) environment requiring a TS/SCI clearance with an active Full Scope Polygraph prior to consideration - no exceptions. The SE Level 3 is a senior technical authority who works across all phases of the system engineering lifecycle from concept development through sustainment. This role carries responsibility for producing documentation and drawing packages, leading technical integration efforts across a small mission-focused team, and serving as the primary interface with users, customers, and adjacent technical teams. The successful candidate must have strong situational awareness (SA) and GOTS product experience and must be comfortable operating in both connected and disconnected/air-gapped classified environments.What You NeedEducation:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent experience (4+ additional years of direct systems engineering experience in lieu of degree) may be considered.Experience:8+ years of systems engineering experience in classified DoD/IC environments, with demonstrated expertise across the full system engineering lifecycle.Additional Required Qualifications:Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph - no exceptions; must be active prior to startStrong, hands-on situational awareness (SA) experience in an IC program contextDeep Linux proficiency across RHEL, CentOS, and Rocky Linux: installation, configuration, management, and security hardeningExperience with authentication and authorization systems: FreeIPA identity management and/or Microsoft Active Directory integration on LinuxHands-on STE/STN installation, configuration, and management experience in both connected and disconnected classified environmentsDemonstrated GOTS software experience: installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of government-provided software productsProven ability to create, read, and modify automation scripts in Bash and/or PythonStrong testing and troubleshooting skills across complex, multi-component systemsAbility to produce technical documentation and drawing packages (system designs, ICDs, test plans, as-builts)Comfortable operating within a small, agile, mission-focused team that interfaces regularly with users, customers, and adjacent technical teamsStrong written and verbal communication skills in a security-controlled environmentBenefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverageRetirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.