Senior Systems Engineer at Technica Corporation

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Systems Engineering, Networking, Server Administration, Virtualization, Identity Management, System Integration, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Entra ID, APIs, RESTful Services, Troubleshooting, Documentation, Communication, Problem Solving, Security Assessment, Compliance

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Responsibilities Technica Corporation is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support the deployment, integration, and operational readiness of a Commercial Off‑The‑Shelf (COTS) software product. This role will play a key part in evaluating the solution in a test environment, coordinating integration activities across multiple technical teams, and ensuring a smooth transition into production. This position is based on receiving customer funding. The ideal candidate brings a broad technical foundation, strong communication skills, and a hands‑on approach to problem solving. This engineer will work closely with networking, server, security, and application teams to ensure the system is implemented securely, efficiently, and in alignment with mission objectives. Key Responsibilities Understand and assist with the installation, configuration, and validation of the COTS software product in test and production environments. Coordinate integration activities with cross‑functional teams, including networking, server/VM administrators, identity and access management, and application owners. Evaluate system requirements, dependencies, and integration points to ensure compatibility and operational readiness. Understand, communicate, support and coordinate support activities including; Networking - such as ports, protocols, firewalls, and load balancers as required for system connectivity. Compute - such as server and virtual machine provisioning, configuration, and performance tuning. Database - collaborate with database teams to configure, query, and troubleshoot Microsoft SQL Server instances. Identity and Access – authentication and authorization mechanisms including single sign on and possess knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID. Integration - work with APIs and integration frameworks, including Microsoft Graph, to support data exchange and system interoperability. Assist in preparing documentation required for system accreditation, compliance, and security assessments. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including installation guides, configuration baselines, and operational procedures. Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and issue resolution throughout testing and deployment phases. Communicate project status, risks, and technical considerations clearly to stakeholders and leadership. The position would be located at a government facility in Washington, D.C. and require work to be performed onsite. Any hybrid work schedule would require customer approval. The government has established policies for on-site vs hybrid work which varies across divisions and contracts. Where allowed, remote work must be coordinated with the team lead and/or government POC, ensuring there is zero interruption with the delivery of our services. Requirements Active Top-Secret Clearance with SCI and CI Poly eligibility Bachelors in Engineering or other technical field, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience 8 years of broad technical experience across networking, servers, virtualization, identity management, and system integration Strong understanding of ports, protocols, firewalls, and network connectivity troubleshooting Experience with Windows and/or Linux server environments and virtual machine platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper‑V) Solid understanding of relational database concepts and hands‑on experience with Microsoft SQL Server Working knowledge of authentication and identity services, including Microsoft Entra ID Familiarity with APIs, RESTful services, and integration concepts Understanding of system accreditation, compliance frameworks, or security assessment processes. Ability to interpret technical requirements, identify gaps, and coordinate with specialized teams to resolve them Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and “roll up their sleeves” to drive tasks to completion Desired Experience with Microsoft Graph Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills Overview About Technica: At Technica Corporation, our goal is to provide exceptional professional services and innovative technology solutions that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations. We specialize in a wide range of advanced information technology solutions from Systems Engineering to Cyber Security, and from Software Development to Product Solutions. From our locations across the DC Metro area, Hampton, Virginia, and Huntsville, Alabama, we provide technological subject matter expertise, program management and business process knowledge as a trusted advisor in support of our Department of Defense and other Federal Agency customers. EEO EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY It is Technica's policy to affirmatively support Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) for all qualified individuals without regard to color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, race, disability, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy covers all aspects of the employment relationship including recruiting, hiring, compensation, assignment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, employment longevity, retirement, employee benefits and termination. Technica's EEO philosophy promotes equal employment opportunity throughout the organization. Any form of unlawful employee harassment based on the above mentioned characteristics is prohibited. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

Responsibilities

The Senior Systems Engineer will support the deployment, integration, and operational readiness of a COTS software product, coordinating integration activities across multiple technical teams. They will also evaluate system requirements and ensure compatibility and operational readiness.