Description
Systems Engineer
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If this sounds like the kind of environment where you can thrive, keep reading!
Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a fully cleared Systems Engineer to support an enterprise IT program. The program requires systems engineering expertise with a background in Authorization and Assessment (A&A) to support the accreditation of a High Performance Computing (HPC) environment.
Our client conducts forensic analysis of AI models on state-of-the-art computational infrastructure. This high-priority requirement will support the configuration, and installation, as well as partner with relevant client technical and security POCs to secure accreditation for a system with interim approval to develop. The estimated Period of Performance (POP) is 1 (one) year.
In this role you will work closely with other teams, including network engineers, data scientists, and government personnel. The Systems Engineer will work with the client for the execution of tasks, implementation, documentation, and configuration of a standalone HPC system. Duties will include:
- Working with the client to obtain A&A accreditation.
- Working with the client to create the visualization specifications for the system monitoring and system metrics.
- Creating and documenting necessary artifacts such as the Configuration Management Plan, Data Management Plan, and CONOPS.
- Advising and assisting the client with development of System Security Plans, and monitoring, tracking, and updating status of systems in the assessment queue.
- Coordinating technical security assessments of computing environments and systems to identify points of vulnerability, non-compliance with established Information Assurance (IA) standards and regulations, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Required Security Clearance:
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.
Required Experience, Skills, and Education:
- Active TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience
- Demonstrated experience creating and reviewing documentation related to System Security Plans, or Body of Evidence (BOE) documentation
- Demonstrated experience using Java and Oracle PL/SQL languages
- Demonstrated experience developing interactive dashboards and reports using data visualization tools
Desired Experience, Skills, and Education:
- Cloud certification(s)
- Demonstrated experience with the client’s A&A processes
- Demonstrated experience developing using REST Web services
- Demonstrated experience or familiarity with Red Hat, CentOS, or Rocky
- Demonstrated experience with web application development
- Demonstrated experience with development of System Security Plans
- Demonstrated experience designing, developing, implementing, or integrating IA and security systems and system components (such as those for networking, virtualization, cloud, and enclave environments to include those with differing data protection requirements)
** The posted salary range is based on Leidos job code architecture and does not reflect individual program/contract budgets. The program may have the ability to offer a higher salary for fully cleared candidates who meet the position’s posted requirements. **
At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”
If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.
Original Posting:
October 31, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $126,100.00 - $227,950.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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