Systems Integration Engineer III, DOS Diplomatic Security
Job Overview
Dexis is a dynamic professional services firm dedicated to partnering with government and community leaders both in the U.S. and internationally to achieve critical social outcomes in a rapidly changing world.
At Dexis, you will experience a corporate culture of inclusiveness, respect, fairness, and trust. You will be given the means and mentorship needed to succeed, and your creativity will be rewarded.
About the Position
Dexis Professional Services (Dexis) is seeking a Systems Integration Engineer III for an opportunity within the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS), supporting the Countermeasures & Risk Technology Services (CRTS) Support contract. The purpose of this contract is to provide advanced engineering, integration, and technical security support for mission-critical countermeasures, intrusion detection, access control, and monitoring systems that protect U.S. diplomatic facilities and personnel worldwide.
This full-time position is located in the Arlington, VA metropolitan area and is required to be on-site full time. This position is not telework eligible.
This position requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. The position is contingent upon contract award.
10-25% CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required for program coordination.
Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination.
Responsibilities
- The Systems Integration Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and integration of security and monitoring technology solutions in support of a federal agency's mission-critical operations.
- This individual must possess a minimum of five (5) years of experience in system engineering, cybersecurity, and software/hardware integration, with expertise in secure system design, network security, and monitoring technologies.
- The candidate must have a strong foundation in secure system architecture, vulnerability management, and compliance with federal security standards.
- Additionally, proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python, C/C++, PowerShell, or Bash, along with experience in database management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server), is required.
- This position demands strong technical problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a high-security environment.
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/TS-SCI security clearance are mandatory for this role.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related field (or 5+ years of additional related experience).
- 5+ years of experience in system engineering, cybersecurity, and system integration.
- Proficiency in system design, network security, and security monitoring solutions.
- Strong programming and scripting skills in Python, C/C++, PowerShell, C#, or VB.
- Experience with database technologies: PostgreSQL, MySQL, or SQL Server.
- Hands-on experience with system hardening, patch management, and vulnerability remediation.
- Knowledge of secure software and system lifecycle management.
- Experience assisting in hardware and firmware integration for secure system deployment.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to work in fast-paced, high-security environments.
- Experience supporting custom hardware integration for security applications.
- Cybersecurity Certification: Security+, CEH, or GSEC.
- Computer Aided Design experience and/or 3D printing experience.
- Experience developing, maintaining, and operating U.S. Department of State Special Countermeasures Systems.
- Experience developing, implementing, and integrating Department of State IDS and ACS solutions.
Dexis is on a mission to help solve today’s most pressing global political, social, and economic challenges and create a world where all people are safe and prosperous. As a Dexis employee, you will be challenged, empowered, and mentored. Our motto is “find a way or make a way” — that’s how Dexis goes “all in.” How will you?
If you are passionate about this opportunity, apply now!
Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Dexis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, pregnancy, disability, age, genetic information, military service, veteran status, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, childbirth and related medical conditions, including lactation, or any other protected class under applicable law.
As part of a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, Dexis provides healthcare insurance in addition to other staff welfare benefits and perks.