Sr Systems Engineer Server

Job Family :
Systems Engineering

Travel Required :
Up to 10%

Clearance Required :
Active Top Secret (TS)

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer - Servers to provide enterprise server engineering, operations, and modernization support within secure federal environments. This role will lead the design, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of Windows Server infrastructures-on-premises, hybrid, and cloud-integrated.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and experience working in compliance-driven federal environments, ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing server ecosystems.

What You Will Do :

• Lead engineering and operational support for Windows Server environments, including on-premises, virtualized, and hybrid cloud deployments.
• Architect, configure, secure, and maintain Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and core Windows infrastructure services.
• Oversee patching, STIG hardening, performance tuning, backup/restore operations, server lifecycle management, and automation initiatives.
• Guide modernization efforts including Windows Server hybrid integrations, cloud connectivity, and migration activities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve high-complexity incidents and systemic issues across distributed server environments.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, system diagrams, standard operating procedures, and compliance artifacts.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, cloud, and application teams to ensure alignment with Zero-Trust, RMF, and mission requirements.
• Lead technical initiatives, serve as escalation point for junior engineers, and support planning for capacity, resiliency, and continuity.

What You Will Need :

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET" Federal or DoD security clearance and ability to obtain SCI.
• Minimum of Six (6) years of experience in Windows Server engineering or enterprise systems administration.
• Bachelor's degree or four(4) additional years of experience is needed in lieu of degree.
• Expert-level knowledge of Windows Server OS, virtualization (VMware/Hyper-V), AD services, and enterprise server architecture.
• Experience supporting secure, compliance-driven environments (Federal Civilian, DoD, IC, Law Enforcement, or similar).
• Strong understanding of security controls, STIGs, hardening practices, and RMF-aligned system operations.
• Ability to plan and lead technical efforts, mentor engineering staff, and work across multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

• MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert),
• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator (AZ-800 / AZ-801),
• Security+ (strongly preferred for DoD 8570 compliance),
• Experience with automation and scripting (PowerShell strongly preferred)
• Familiarity with Azure AD/Entra ID, Conditional Access, and hybrid identity integrations.
• Experience with server monitoring, SIEM integration, and health dashboards.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and federal compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, RMF, STIGs).
• Experience managing server environments at scale-multi-site, distributed, or mission-critical infrastructures.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

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