Full Time: Systems Engineering Senior

Job Family:Systems EngineeringTravel Required:Up to 10%Clearance Required:Active Top Secret (TS)What You Will DoGuidehouse is seeking a highly capable Senior Systems Engineer to support a large-scale federal enterprise infrastructure program operating within secure and classified environments.This role requires a hands-on infrastructure engineering professional capable of supporting mission-critical systems, modernizing enterprise platforms, and maintaining highly available environments that support critical government operations.The ideal candidate combines deep systems engineering expertise with operational experience across server infrastructure, virtualization, enterprise services, automation, security compliance, and infrastructure modernization initiatives.ResponsibilitiesEngineer, implement, maintain, and support enterprise infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical operations.Support Windows Server environments, enterprise infrastructure services, and virtualized platforms across distributed environments.Configure, administer, and troubleshoot Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and core infrastructure services.Support VMware-based virtualization environments, virtual servers, and virtual desktop infrastructure platforms.Monitor, analyze, and optimize system availability, reliability, resiliency, and operational performance.Support backup, recovery, disaster recovery, continuity of operations, and infrastructure resiliency initiatives.Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, cloud, application development, and operations teams to implement integrated technical solutions.Develop system documentation, engineering diagrams, implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and configuration baselines.Participate in architecture reviews, change management processes, capacity planning, and modernization initiatives.Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain SCI eligibility.Bachelor's degree or four (4) additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.Six (6)+ years of experience engineering and deploying complex enterprise IT systems.Experience supporting enterprise Windows Server environments and associated infrastructure services.Experience with virtualization technologies including VMware or comparable enterprise platforms.Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure operations, system administration, and operational sustainment activities.Microsoft infrastructure or server administration certifications.Experience supporting Citrix Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environments.Experience with Azure, AWS, or hybrid cloud environments.Experience using PowerShell, Python, or other automation technologies.Familiarity with NIST 800-53, RMF, STIGs, continuous monitoring, and ATO processes.Experience supporting classified, national security, intelligence community, or other highly regulated environments.Experience with enterprise monitoring, logging, backup, recovery, and infrastructure management platforms.Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysParental Leave401(k) Retirement PlanGroup Term Life and Travel AssistanceVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceHealth Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsTransit and Parking Commuter BenefitsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning OpportunitiesEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachCare.com annual membershipEmployee Assistance ProgramSupplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.SummaryLocation: US - DC, WashingtonType: Full time