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Alpha Omega
System Engineering Specialist
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What they do
A Systems Engineer creates computer and data communication networks for companies and organizations. Plans and designs layout for a network, determines the hardware needed and placement of computers, servers, cables and routers; determines data storage, system capacity, and speed.
$117,632 / year median in Virginia
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Job Requirements Newport News, VA Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience) $88,000
- $121,000
Job Description Job Title:
System Engineering Specialist Clearance Required:
Active Top Secret Work Location:
Onsite 5 days a week- Newport News, VA Alpha Omega is seeking a highly skilled and experienced System Engineering Specialist to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage day to day operations of High-Performance Computing environment consisting of RHEL8/9 Servers, Windows Servers, and Commvault Backup Systems. Serve as the technical leader for system infrastructure projects to Plan, Deploy, and Harden Enterprise Services across multiple projects. Ensure system compliance with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) regulations, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and Vulnerability Management Programs. Provide expert knowledge and support for all aspects of system and network configuration and management. Participate in project planning and execution in a hybrid-agile environment, potentially assuming the role of Scrum Master as needed. Analyze the IT environment to detect critical deficiencies and recommend solutions for improvement. Coordinate with other IT team members and stakeholders, ensuring the successful completion of projects on time and within budget. Perform routine system maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. Document all system configurations, changes, and procedures to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base. Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, enhancing their understanding and skills in system engineering and management.Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.Experience/Skills:
Minimum 10 years of combined experience in Planning, Deploying, and Hardening Linux Servers and applications.Preferred Experience/Skills:
Familiarity with Commvault Backup Systems, Melanox Switches, and Aruba Switches. Required Certification(s): IAT II or higher certification Linux operating system certificate or ability to obtain in 90 days.Salary and Benefit Information:
The likely salary range for this position is $88,000- $121,000.
Application Deadline:
April 7, 2026 Joining the Alpha Omega team entitles you to participate in all retirement benefits, plans of deferred compensation, health and insurance benefits, and other such benefits as set forth in the company's policy and benefits manuals. See below, to name a few: PTO including paid parental, military, and bereavement leave Eleven (11) paid Federal holidays, five of which are floating holidays (as designated by the company's holiday schedule each year) Health and Dental Insurance (including 100% employer paid premiums for employee coverage under the HDHP health plan) Life Insurance, STD/LTD term disability coverage, with employer paid premiums 401 (k) plan with a match that is 100% vested after you complete two years of serviceFSA/DFSA/HSA
flexible benefit plans Annual Tuition & Professional Development Reimbursement benefit We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.Culture and Values:
Guided by our core values—Harmony, Engagement, Accountability, Resourcefulness, and Tenacity (HEART)— we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning and are committed to delivering high-impact solutions. We recognize and reward hard work. Through ourH.E.A.R.T.
Awards Program, colleagues and managers can recognize each other for actions that exemplify these values. Recognized employees receive a detailed nomination highlighting their contributions, which is shared with their manager. Each quarter, select nominees have the opportunity to receive a monetary bonus as an extra thank-you for their impact.Our Company:
Alpha Omega is an award-winning Federal IT solutions provider dedicated to delivering mission-enabling technology and strategic solutions across the National Security, Federal Financial, Healthcare, and Space & Science domains. Since our founding in 2016, we have grown to over 800 employees nationwide with $230m in revenue. With the January 2025 acquisitions of SeKON and Macro Solutions, we have expanded our capabilities to further support our customers in digital modernization, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. We are committed to supporting our agency partners as they transform their operations, delivering on our purpose to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of future generations: National Security- Supporting agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of State. Federal Financial
- We bring deep expertise in enterprise financial systems, supporting agencies like the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Healthcare
- Our Health IT capabilities, enhance health outcomes for the warfighter via the Defense Health Agency (DHA) and support public health initiatives at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Space & Science
- We leverage technology to advance agricultural sustainability, secure our nation's food supply, and prepare for natural disasters, working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).