Systems Engineer Expert
Company: Cherokee Federal
Location: Herndon
Posted on: January 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Systems Engineer - Expert This position requires an active
TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance. Criterion Systems LLC is seeking a
Systems Engineer to support our Government client. Compensation &
Benefits: Pay commensurate with experience. Full time benefits
include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits
as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.
Systems Engineer - Expert Responsibilities Include: Maintain a
strong awareness of technical trends in information technology,
develop and maintain a strong awareness of on-going IT projects,
and business unit requirements Apply the Sponsor’s project
management model for development efforts Provide analysis, design,
development, deployment, and lifecycle support for innovative
hardware/software/ network systems and applications Develop and
support end-to-end technical projects Ensure systems being
developed comply with the enterprise technical architecture Help
project and program teams prepare for project control gates; and
keep senior management apprised of project or program status
Immediate response may be required to restore or maintain Performs
other job-related duties as assigned Systems Engineer - Expert
Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested: Current TS/SCI
with polygraph Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or related
field Minimum of eight (8) years of related experience Local Area
Network (LAN) skills Ability to build servers, understand
certificate authorities and integrate customer systems into
enterprise Strong background in Microsoft Systems Engineering and
providing support to those systems. Strong recent experience in
Windows platform operating system and Microsoft applications
including Windows 10 and Server 2012 / 2016 suite. Strong knowledge
of virtualization products with a focus on Hyper-V. Proficiency in
scripting languages with a focus on PowerShell. Experience with
McAfee product suite. Demonstrated strong performance as a Systems
Engineer / Architect, developing or implementing information
systems with a broad experience base across the entire project
lifecycle. Demonstrated capacity to understand and communicate
technical ideas, concepts, and thoughts across multiple technical
and non-technical stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to
independently determine and develop approach to solutions. Must
pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company
Information: Criterion is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division
of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee
Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal
clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter
future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s
mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about Criterion ,
visit cherokee-federal.com. CherokeeFederal LI-CK4 IntelCareers
Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and
active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to
apply. Similar searchable job titles: LAN/WAN Engineer Systems
Architect Systems Administrator Network Administrator Computer
Engineer Keywords: Powershell LAN/WAN Virtualization products
Hyper-V Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran
status, disability or any other status protected under applicable
federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require
access to government buildings or military installations.
Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee
Federal. As required by our governmental client, this position
requires being a US Citizen AND an active TS/SCI with Polygraph
clearance.
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