IT Systems Engineer

Description  SAIC is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to develop updated guidance for online operations and identify new technologies for integration into a technology and systems baseline, driving the future of online operations This position is located in Chantilly, VA and requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph . Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide oversight, deliver and integrate new technical solutions and guidance to advance online operational objectives. Evaluate new technologies, components, and services for applicability. Integrate new technologies and services into an existing baseline with minimal disruption to operations. Research, develop, maintain, and document new methods, technology, and services for integration. Conduct and provide quick-turn security and product assessments for new technologies. Document mission solution architecture and interfaces. Comply with the Risk Management (i.e., cyber security) Framework to ensure that the program addresses and mitigates vulnerabilities and risks identified throughout the lifecycle of the project. Coordinate stakeholder engagements, such as user requirements sessions, technical exchange meetings, user feedback sessions, and operational planning. Track work requirements and action items to meet program deadlines. Implement changes to current technical and networking solutions based on changing partner requirements, legislation, and policy. Conduct functionality testing for both new and existing operational systems and applications to ensure smooth integration of new technologies with existing systems. Qualifications  Active TS/SCI with Polygraph. Bachelors and 9 years or more experience; Masters 7 years or more experience. Demonstrated experience evaluating new technologies and services for compatibility with existing systems. Demonstrated experience researching and developing new technologies, services, or methods for integration into existing systems and baselines. Experience integrating new technologies and services into existing systems and workflows. Experience creating evaluation, integration, and test plans for new technologies, services, and components. Experience with Virtual Private Servers, Virtual Private Networks, and Virtual Private Clouds. Working knowledge of virtual environments and emulated mobile devices. Android O/S to include an understanding of how the operating system works and its security settings. Experience with domestic and foreign social media and security implications associated with utilizing social media sites. Knowledge of commercial messaging applications and their security configurations. Ability to perform technical analysis on networks and applications to evaluate security and applicability to online operations. Experience with browser security settings and add-ins. Ability to perform technical troubleshooting related to networks, hardware, internet services, and mobile applications. Ability to consult with customers to determine present and future user requirements. Experience defining, analyzing, tracking, and reviewing requirements. Desired Skills: Experience working with commercial cloud providers (AWS, GCP, Azure, or similar). Network monitoring tools. Understanding of network fundamentals, TCP/IP routing, switching, firewalls and VPNs, Ethernet, DS1, T1, routing concepts and routing protocols, HSRP, VRRP, DHCP, switching, 802.1Q, STP, VLANs, EtherChannel, IP Addressing, Subnetting and VPN. Experience with cloud networking concepts. Ability to use Tor as a means of obfuscating online activities. Knowledge of internet encryption protocols.