Senior Systems Engineer

Position Overview

Leidos is seeking a Systems Engineer with TS/SCI clearance (with polygraph) to support an information technology contract that drives the engineering, delivery, sustainment, and evolution of a broad IT portfolio. In this role, you will analyze client needs, recommend business improvement initiatives, facilitate training and knowledge transfer, and support both system enhancements and troubleshooting. You will work across multiple business lines including Collaboration Services, Endpoint & Security Services, Infrastructure Engineering and Hosting, Mission Unique Services, and Business Management, while collaborating with data scientists, analysts, project managers, and engineers. Core hours are 9:00AM – 3:00PM PST, with potential weekend or after-hours support for operational issues and critical activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support large-scale IT systems by identifying dependencies, assessing end-user use cases, and reviewing interoperability requirements.
• Prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses for proposed initiatives.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with contractors and internal staff at all levels to drive business improvement opportunities aligned with corporate Information Management principles.
• Facilitate group sessions, conduct training, and support knowledge transfer across the organization.
• Collect, review, edit, and disseminate executive-level communication products including documents, briefings, and talking points.
• Perform physical setup and configuration of desktop hardware, software, and peripherals.
• Provide project management support, troubleshoot desktop and network anomalies, and serve as the technical liaison for IT issues and system upgrades.
• Build workstations, manage software/hardware support, and maintain user access controls including account creation and troubleshooting login issues.
• Monitor server activities, provide on-site network support, and ensure the operational status of networking hardware, phone systems, and video conferencing tools.
• Coordinate with external vendors for building installations, maintenance, and system upgrades while also managing shipments and after-hours technical issue resolutions, including HVAC interfacing as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 12+ years of experience OR 15+ years of relevant experience; degree preferred in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering or related field.
• Experience in IP-related services including TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP, PPP, and SIP.
• Knowledge of Cisco routers and switches; familiarity with UPS systems, AD/DC power systems, CAT5/CAT6 cabling, fiber, servers, routers, edge switches, and desktop hardware.
• Proficient with tools such as JIRA, ServiceNow, Remedy, VISIO, and MS Office.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00
• Competitive compensation package reflecting the importance of your work.
• Comprehensive Health and Wellness programs.
• Income Protection, Paid Leave, and Retirement benefits.