Principal Systems Engineer

at  OCH Technologies LLC

Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Systems Engineer to join our team supporting the FAA. This role involves complex systems engineering, network engineering, database support, helpdesk tier 3 support, and automation development in a multi-site environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with enterprise-level systems, strong Linux and Windows skills, and the ability to troubleshoot complex interconnected systems, as well as excellent documentation skills.
Location DC Metro Area, Hybrid Remote
First week training in Sterling, VA.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Math, Engineering, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• 15+ years in systems engineering including 5+ years in a senior role.
• Strong Linux administration skills (CentOS, Rocky Linux, Red Hat).
• Strong Windows administration skills
• Experience with VMware
• Experience with web service and proxy services (nginx, socat)
• Proficiency in automation tools, especially Ansible.
• Patch management (Satellite, Katello, WSUS, etc).
• Cisco networking experience.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in complex environments.
• Ability to create technical documentation and system diagrams.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• FAA NAS experience.
• Database experience (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Redis, MongoDB)
• Experience with containerization (Docker), monitoring solutions (Elastic Stack, Prometheus, Grafana)
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
• Experience with closed network systems and data streaming protocols.
• Experience with creating, updating and closing Jira tickets.

OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Adaptability to changing technologies
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

• Paid time off and Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance - Employer Paid!
• 401(k)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
  & More

• Provide guidance and mentorship to a team of system engineers
• Design and maintain complex systems architecture across multiple sites
• Develop and implement automation strategies
• Manage virtualization infrastructure and ensure database system security
• Collaborate on Node.js web application maintenance
• Implement and manage monitoring solutions
• Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for critical issues
• Create technical documentation, including system and data flow diagrams
• Support configuration management and IT logistics activities
• Assist with systems testing and maintenance
• Contribute to information system security support
• Regular travel to OCH corporate office and Government Facilities is required
  About Us:
  At OCH, we are more than just a government contracting firm; we are innovators and leaders in providing cutting-edge IT services and cybersecurity solutions. Driven by a set of fundamental values, we excel in creating secure, efficient, and forward-thinking solutions that empower the government agencies we work with. Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, adapting swiftly to new challenges, and focusing on the people we serve ensures that we consistently exceed expectations and lead the industry in innovation and reliability.