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San Diego, CA Norfolk, VA Pearl Harbor Naval Base, HI
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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
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Job Description
Leidos, Inc.
Job Title
Systems Engineer / Site Reliability Engineer
Duration
2 Years Contract (Recompete - end of 2028)
Job Description
Leidos is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to support the NMCI Service Management Integration and Transport (SMIT) program. This role focuses on the reliability, performance, and scalability of complex distributed systems supporting the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI). The SMIT team is responsible for cybersecurity services, network operations, network engineering, service desk support, seat services, and data transport infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include:
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure reliable and efficient software deployments.
• Monitor systems and continuously improve platform reliability and performance.
• Coordinate and execute production releases during scheduled maintenance windows, including off-hours activities when required.
• Administer Windows Server environments, including patch distribution, compliance monitoring, and reporting using Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM).
• Coordinate firmware updates, disk qualification packages, and system upgrades across NetApp ONTAP storage environments utilizing Active IQ Unified Manager and OnCommand Insight (OCI).
• Plan and execute non-disruptive software maintenance releases, SMUs, and image upgrades across Cisco NX-OS data center switches.
• Support infrastructure and application environments while maintaining compliance with defense and cybersecurity requirements.
Key Metrics of Success
• Maintain adherence to a seven-day vulnerability-to-production patching cadence for assigned enterprise infrastructure assets.
• Ensure comprehensive and regularly updated automated test coverage for critical systems and infrastructure components.
Required Skills
Security & Compliance
• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Operating System/Application Certification, including one of the following:
◦ Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)
◦ Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
◦ Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
• Experience supporting classified environments and SIPRNet access.
• Working knowledge of:
◦ Risk Management Framework (RMF)
◦ DISA STIGs
◦ ITSM and Change Management processes
Systems Administration
• 4+ years of systems administration and patch management experience.
• Strong Linux/Unix administration experience.
• Experience administering Windows Server environments.
• Active Directory administration experience.
• VMware experience.
Automation & Scripting
• Strong scripting experience using:
◦ Python
◦ PowerShell
◦ Bash
• Experience automating patch deployment, system health checks, and reporting.
Infrastructure Technologies
• Hands-on experience with:
◦ MECM/SCCM
◦ NetApp ONTAP
◦ Cisco NX-OS
• Experience supporting enterprise storage, server, and network infrastructure.
Cloud & DevSecOps
• Experience with cloud technologies, including AWS.
• Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
• Application administration experience.
• Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Core Competencies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to support scheduled off-hours maintenance activities.
• Experience operating in highly regulated enterprise environments.
Workplace Type
On-Site
Interview Information
Over the phone
Business Challenge
This position supports a critical engineering team responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, performance, and operational readiness of enterprise infrastructure supporting the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet environment.
Additional Qualifications
• Previous experience supporting the NGEN-NMCI program.
• ITIL v4, Scrum Master, Agile SAFe certifications, or equivalent experience.
• Experience developing automation solutions using PowerShell or Ansible Playbooks for patch deployment, system health monitoring, and reporting.
• Vendor-specific certifications such as:
◦ Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
• Prior experience supporting defense-focused enterprise networks with strict SLA and compliance requirements.
Work Environment
• Location: On-site in one of the following locations:
◦ San Diego, CA
◦ Norfolk, VA
◦ Honolulu, HI
◦ Jacksonville, FL
• Program: Supports the NMCI Service Management Integration and Transport (SMIT) program.
• Schedule: Full-time position with participation in designated maintenance windows, including occasional off-hours support.
• Environment: Fast-paced enterprise infrastructure environment requiring close collaboration among engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and application support teams.
Job Title
Systems Engineer / Site Reliability Engineer
Duration
2 Years Contract (Recompete - end of 2028)
Job Description
Leidos is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to support the NMCI Service Management Integration and Transport (SMIT) program. This role focuses on the reliability, performance, and scalability of complex distributed systems supporting the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI). The SMIT team is responsible for cybersecurity services, network operations, network engineering, service desk support, seat services, and data transport infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include:
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure reliable and efficient software deployments.
• Monitor systems and continuously improve platform reliability and performance.
• Coordinate and execute production releases during scheduled maintenance windows, including off-hours activities when required.
• Administer Windows Server environments, including patch distribution, compliance monitoring, and reporting using Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM/SCCM).
• Coordinate firmware updates, disk qualification packages, and system upgrades across NetApp ONTAP storage environments utilizing Active IQ Unified Manager and OnCommand Insight (OCI).
• Plan and execute non-disruptive software maintenance releases, SMUs, and image upgrades across Cisco NX-OS data center switches.
• Support infrastructure and application environments while maintaining compliance with defense and cybersecurity requirements.
Key Metrics of Success
• Maintain adherence to a seven-day vulnerability-to-production patching cadence for assigned enterprise infrastructure assets.
• Ensure comprehensive and regularly updated automated test coverage for critical systems and infrastructure components.
Required Skills
Security & Compliance
• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Operating System/Application Certification, including one of the following:
◦ Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA)
◦ Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
◦ Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
• Experience supporting classified environments and SIPRNet access.
• Working knowledge of:
◦ Risk Management Framework (RMF)
◦ DISA STIGs
◦ ITSM and Change Management processes
Systems Administration
• 4+ years of systems administration and patch management experience.
• Strong Linux/Unix administration experience.
• Experience administering Windows Server environments.
• Active Directory administration experience.
• VMware experience.
Automation & Scripting
• Strong scripting experience using:
◦ Python
◦ PowerShell
◦ Bash
• Experience automating patch deployment, system health checks, and reporting.
Infrastructure Technologies
• Hands-on experience with:
◦ MECM/SCCM
◦ NetApp ONTAP
◦ Cisco NX-OS
• Experience supporting enterprise storage, server, and network infrastructure.
Cloud & DevSecOps
• Experience with cloud technologies, including AWS.
• Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps environments.
• Application administration experience.
• Experience using Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence.
Core Competencies
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to support scheduled off-hours maintenance activities.
• Experience operating in highly regulated enterprise environments.
Workplace Type
On-Site
Interview Information
Over the phone
Business Challenge
This position supports a critical engineering team responsible for maintaining the reliability, security, performance, and operational readiness of enterprise infrastructure supporting the Navy-Marine Corps Intranet environment.
Additional Qualifications
• Previous experience supporting the NGEN-NMCI program.
• ITIL v4, Scrum Master, Agile SAFe certifications, or equivalent experience.
• Experience developing automation solutions using PowerShell or Ansible Playbooks for patch deployment, system health monitoring, and reporting.
• Vendor-specific certifications such as:
◦ Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
• Prior experience supporting defense-focused enterprise networks with strict SLA and compliance requirements.
Work Environment
• Location: On-site in one of the following locations:
◦ San Diego, CA
◦ Norfolk, VA
◦ Honolulu, HI
◦ Jacksonville, FL
• Program: Supports the NMCI Service Management Integration and Transport (SMIT) program.
• Schedule: Full-time position with participation in designated maintenance windows, including occasional off-hours support.
• Environment: Fast-paced enterprise infrastructure environment requiring close collaboration among engineering, operations, cybersecurity, and application support teams.
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