Systems Engineer Level 5

Description

Markon is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Fort Meade customer by advancing Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) capabilities that protect the nation's most critical classified and unclassified networks. This role partners with software development and systems engineering teams to design cloud-based solutions, develop system architectures, and guide the integration of enterprise data across complex mission environments. The role serves as a key interface between technical teams and mission stakeholders, translating operational needs into scalable engineering solutions that enable secure information sharing and mission success.

Responsibilities

• Develop system architectures, engineering plans, and technical documentation supporting Cyber Threat Intelligence mission capabilities.
• Collaborate with software development and systems engineering teams to design and implement cloud-based solutions aligned with customer mission objectives.
• Elicit, analyze, and refine customer requirements, translating operational needs into technical solutions and implementation plans.
• Coordinate deployment planning and systems integration activities across multiple engineering teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Government customers, mission partners, and external stakeholders to promote collaboration and mission success.
• Support product outreach and technical engagement activities, communicating system capabilities and gathering customer feedback.
• Engineer and document enterprise data-sharing solutions, including internal and external data-sharing policies and authorization requirements.
• Support multi-domain data thread engineering across Top Secret, Secret, and Unclassified environments.
• Develop and maintain system architecture artifacts, engineering documentation, and project deliverables using Jira and Confluence.
• Evaluate cloud technologies and enterprise integration approaches to support scalable, secure mission capabilities across AWS and Azure environments.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. 

• Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of systems engineering experience.
• Experience developing system architectures, engineering plans, and technical design documentation.
• Strong customer engagement, stakeholder management, and technical communication skills.
• Experience supporting enterprise data-sharing policies, authorization processes, and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Experience with data thread engineering, including multi-domain (Top Secret, Secret, and Unclassified) data integration.
• Experience capturing engineering artifacts and technical documentation using Jira and Confluence.
• Knowledge of AWS, Azure, and commercial cloud service offerings.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts, enterprise systems integration, and big data analytics.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) programs or enterprise cyber operations.
• Experience developing cloud-native architectures supporting Intelligence Community missions.
• Experience integrating data across multi-domain or cross-domain environments.
• Familiarity with Agile software development and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience supporting enterprise modernization initiatives within secure Government environments.

 

Salary Range

USD $200,000.00 - USD $210,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.