Job Description
Are you a seasoned IT professional looking to make a tangible impact on national security and infrastructure? Apex Government Solutions is currently seeking a highly skilled Senior Federal Systems Engineer to join our elite team in San Francisco, CA.
In this pivotal role, you will design, deploy, and maintain robust IT infrastructure for federal agencies. You will be at the forefront of modernization efforts, ensuring that legacy systems are upgraded to meet current security standards while maintaining 99.99% uptime. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and the flexibility to work from our modern downtown office or remotely.
Why Join Us?
• Work on high-visibility projects with the US Federal Government.
• Competitive compensation package ($140k - $170k).
• Professional development and certification reimbursement programs.
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and maintain complex IT infrastructure for federal clients, including on-premise and cloud environments.
- Enforce strict compliance with NIST 800-171, FISMA, and FedRAMP security standards.
- Lead technical assessments and provide expert consultation on system architecture and scalability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive digital transformation initiatives and agile software development.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments, security audits, and implement mitigation strategies to protect sensitive data.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and ensure adherence to ITIL best practices.
Qualifications
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance (required for federal roles).
- BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in federal contracting or IT operations supporting government agencies.
- Proficiency in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong understanding of ITIL framework, network protocols, and virtualization.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.