Forge Forward Inc. · 4 hours ago
Senior Systems Engineer
Charleston, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expForge Forward is searching for a Senior Systems Engineer to support their client in Charleston, SC. This role involves engineering, hardening, baseline enforcement, and lifecycle management of enterprise IT systems while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity requirements in secure DoD environments.
ConsultingCyber SecurityManagement Consulting
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Engineer, administer, and secure enterprise Windows and RHEL systems
Maintain and enforce baseline configurations
Administer and optimize VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter environments
Support VDI infrastructure
Endpoint & Configuration Management
Manage Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Develop and maintain automation using: PowerShell, Bash / Linux scripting, Ansible
Serve as subject matter expert for ACAS scanning and analysis
Lead system-level vulnerability remediation efforts to closure
Implement and manage endpoint security solutions: Trellix / HBSS / ESS
Support RMF activities, including control validation, POA&M development, and continuous monitoring
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, DoD policies, and Navy cybersecurity requirements
Provide limited support for Brocade switches (firmware, baselines)
Troubleshoot systems in lab and production environments
Participate in technical reviews, change management, and engineering boards
Produce and review technical documentation including implementation plans, test results, and technical report
Coordinate and knowledge-share within a multi-disciplinary engineering team
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years' total experience with C4I systems with specific focus on systems engineering and cybersecurity support
Bachelor's degree in IT or related technical field desired
CompTIA Security+ certification
US citizen with minimum Secret clearance (minimum) with current SSBI/T5 investigation
Engineer, administer, and secure enterprise Windows and RHEL systems
Maintain and enforce baseline configurations
Administer and optimize VMware vSphere / ESXi / vCenter environments
Support VDI infrastructure
Endpoint & Configuration Management
Manage Active Directory and Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
Develop and maintain automation using: PowerShell, Bash / Linux scripting, Ansible
Serve as subject matter expert for ACAS scanning and analysis
Lead system-level vulnerability remediation efforts to closure
Implement and manage endpoint security solutions: Trellix / HBSS / ESS
Support RMF activities, including control validation, POA&M development, and continuous monitoring
Ensure compliance with DISA STIGs, DoD policies, and Navy cybersecurity requirements
Provide limited support for Brocade switches (firmware, baselines)
Troubleshoot systems in lab and production environments
Participate in technical reviews, change management, and engineering boards
Produce and review technical documentation including implementation plans, test results, and technical report
Coordinate and knowledge-share within a multi-disciplinary engineering team
Preferred
Experience supporting Navy C4I environments
VMware, Microsoft, or Linux enterprise certifications
Experience supporting classified environments with privileged access
Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Ansible
Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles
Proficiency in scripting and programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Experience with CI/CD tools and automation platforms
Familiarity with containerization and cloud security
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Familiarity with Navy cloud and automation platforms
Git repository management
Knowledge of FRCB deployment requirements
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Company
Forge Forward Inc.
Forge Forward is a trusted advisor in Management Consulting; a 2021 merger joining Pivotal Insight and GDI with 20 years' experience & proven outcomes.
11-50 employees
Funding
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