Platform Systems Engineer/Architect, Associate Principal Join to apply for the Platform Systems Engineer/Architect, Associate Principal role at AMERICAN SYSTEMS Overview AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training. THIS POSITION INCLUDES A $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS! Responsibilities As an Associate Principal Platform Systems Engineer/Architect , you will: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure computing platforms across cloud and on-prem environments, ensuring seamless integration of hardware, OS, middleware, and software components. Translate system architecture strategies into platform-specific requirements and configurations; ensure traceability to customer needs and compliance with regulatory standards. Define and monitor platform performance metrics, automate environment readiness testing, and support verification and validation for system deployment and sustainment. Establish and enforce platform engineering standards, infrastructure documentation practices, and DevSecOps-driven procedures across development and production environments. Collaborate with cybersecurity, software, and network teams to ensure platform security, reliability, and operational continuity. Write and maintain technical documentation—including configuration guides, operational procedures, and deployment checklists—to support platform lifecycle management. Engage with stakeholders to understand mission requirements and shape platform solutions that align with evolving system needs and technical roadmaps. Manage both Linux (RHEL) and Windows systems, including user/admin control, network configuration, storage, and patch management. Provide Tier III support for virtualization environments (e.g., VMware) and enterprise-class storage systems (e.g., EMC SANs). Qualifications Active Top Secret (w/SCI eligibility) Bachelor’s degree and 11-12 years of platform engineering experience (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree) Current DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent) Expertise in secure enterprise architectures across cloud/on-premises environments (IL5–IL6+) Hands-on experience with infrastructure automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform, Puppet) Knowledge of STIGs, RMF, and DoD cybersecurity standards Familiarity with Linux (RHEL), virtualization, automation, and cloud services Familiar with Windows, VMware, and EMC SANs Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices Exposure to monitoring/logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, ELK, Grafana) Note: New hire may choose to work at NSF, Arlington, VA , OR JBAB, Washington, DC . U.S. Citizenship is required for obtaining/holding a U.S. security clearance. Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is USD $129,800.00/Yr. - USD $216,700.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be based on several factors permitted by law. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, or veteran status. Additional Details Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AMERICAN SYSTEMS by 2x. Get notified about new System Engineer jobs in Arlington, VA.

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