Systems Engineer

At Two Six Technologies, we build, deploy, and implement innovative products that solve the world’s most complex challenges today. Through unrivaled collaboration and unwavering trust, we push the boundaries of what’s possible to empower our team and support our customers in building a safer global future. Overview of Opportunity As a Systems Engineer focused on Implementation, you will work alongside our experienced product team as the tip of the spear, driving technical implementations that safeguard our nation's most critical data. Our team of skilled engineers and developers operates as a collaborative, high‑impact unit, maintaining a culture founded on partnership, customer engagement, and delivering solutions alongside data owners and policy makers. In this role, you are an independent strategist influencing the future of data protection and playing a vital part in securing the infrastructure of our nation. What You Will Do Architect and lead the technical deployment strategy within client environments, taking full ownership of the installation, configuration, and integration phases. Drive collaboration between the internal product team and the customer, translating complex technical requirements into successful production realities and ensuring customer feedback informs product evolution. Coordinate the integration of identity solutions, ensuring seamless interoperability between the product and existing client authentication systems. Design and document repeatable implementation patterns and “Configuration as Code” templates to ensure deployments are consistent, scalable, and easily maintainable. Navigate complex organizational structures to integrate with multiple teams, troubleshooting technical hurdles across various skillsets and levels to see the product implementation to fruition. Work fluently within Infrastructure as a Service environments, leveraging Linux expertise to optimize product performance and stability. Apply modern DevOps practices to the implementation lifecycle, promoting automation and continuous improvement in the delivery process. What You Will Need A self‑starter who operates with minimal supervision, manages their own deadlines, and takes personal responsibility for the success of the implementation from day one. The ability to provide expert technical guidance that carries weight with both internal developers and external stakeholders. Exceptional ability to work alongside diverse technical teams (Network, Security, SysAdmin) to solve problems and drive progress in challenging onsite environments. A drive to move away from “one‑off” fixes toward developing repeatable, automated patterns that improve the product’s delivery velocity. Deep, “under‑the‑hood” knowledge of Linux operating systems, including performance tuning and security hardening. Proven experience deploying and managing resources in cloud or virtualized environments (IaaS). Proficiency in using automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) to manage application and system configurations (Configuration as Code). Working knowledge of CI/CD, version control (Git), and automated testing as they apply to product implementation. Nice to Haves Experience with x509/PKI standards, including certificate authority management, trust chain configuration, and cryptographic troubleshooting. Familiarity with LDAP and integrated identity solutions (SailPoint, Okta, ForgeRock, or custom enterprise stacks). Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field. 5+ years of experience in technical implementation, systems engineering, or product development, with a clear track record of successful onsite delivery in complex environments. Security Clearance Active TS/SCI with Polygraph Compensation & Benefits Two Six Technologies is committed to providing competitive and comprehensive compensation packages that reflect the value we place on our employees and their contributions. We believe in rewarding skills, experience, and performance. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; retirement benefits; paid leave; tuition assistance and professional development. Salary Range: $82,600 – $154,500 USD (annualized) Equal Opportunity Employer & Accessibility Two Six Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Additionally, this business uses E‑Verify in its hiring practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr