Systems Engineer - Top Secret Clearance (SCI Eligible)

With more than twenty years of securing some of the U.S. Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community's most critical networks, JFL Consulting, LLC provides advanced network security solutions to a range of US Government and US commercial clients. Our cybersecurity operators are experts at assessing and defending mission-critical data and the networks that facilitate their operation. We are focused on delivering advanced products and industry best practices that meet each customer's unique requirements. Visit www.jflconsulting.com

Job Description

JFL Consulting is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer to lead and support site configurations across secure government environments. This position is focused on configuring, deploying, and optimizing both Linux and Windows-based systems, with a heavy emphasis on on-site system setup, hardware implementation, and secure environment integration. Candidates should have experience working hands-on with servers, virtualization technologies, and scripting, while applying cybersecurity best practices in accordance with DoD standards.

Job Title : Systems Engineer

Primary Place of Performance : Springfield, VA 22151

Mandatory Requirements : U.S. Citizenship and TS / SCI Clearance

Years of Experience : 5-10 years

Travel : Up to 50% CONUS & OCONUS travel

Responsibilities :

Site Configuration & Infrastructure Management

• Perform on-site configuration of servers, storage, and networking hardware in secure environments
• Install, cable, and maintain rack-mounted hardware, including power and cooling components
• Deploy, configure, and support infrastructure for Linux and Windows systems
• Build and administer virtualized environments using Proxmox, VMware ESXi, and Hyper-V
• Apply system hardening, OS patching, logging, and backup strategies across physical and virtual systems
• Implement network monitoring tools such as SPAN ports and Gigamon taps
• Ensure infrastructure aligns with DoD cybersecurity frameworks, including RMF and STIGs
• Automate configuration tasks and infrastructure deployments using Bash, Python, or PowerShell
• 5-10% Conus Travel

Security Operations & Monitoring

Documentation & Technical Communication

Requirements

Certifications :

Experience :

Technical Skills :

Communication :

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills :

Competitive benefits package includes :

JFL Consulting, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to : race, religion or creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class under federal, state or local statute. It is also the policy of JFL Consulting, LLC to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.