Sr. Systems Engineer Job at Applied Network Solutions (Chantilly)

Sr. Systems Engineer

Applied Network Solutions

Location:
United States , Chantilly

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

100000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

At Applied Network Solutions (ANS), we bring together some of the most curious minds in networking and cybersecurity. ANS was founded to disrupt the status quo. For over 25 years, our team provides expertise in network, system engineering and both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations. Our vision is for a future in which talent and customers alike come to ANS because of our reputation for delivering technical excellence, solving our nation’s toughest challenges and our ability to exceed expectations. At ANS we value the integrity of your work. We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS delivers. Together, let’s ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter.

Job Responsibility:

System Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain the OpenText Network Operations Management (NOM) system architecture, with a specific focus on the Operations Bridge for the Transformation and Integration Cloud (OPTIC) Data Lake, ensuring a scalable, resilient, and secure platform for enterprise network management, performance monitoring, and compliance reporting
Security & Compliance: Provide SME support and guidance to junior administrators and operators that manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls within NOM to ensure data security and compliance
Administration & Maintenance: Plan, install, configure, secure, upgrade, and patch the OPTIC Data Lake (DL) in containerized environments (e.g., Kubernetes). Conduct similar duties for the Juniper Routing Director (formerly Paragon), which runs Kubernetes with a Linux base OS. Develop and maintain API integrations using REST APIs and connectors to connect both platforms with other enterprise systems and applications
Performance & Optimization: Monitor and optimize the performance and stability of the OpenText NOM and OPTIC DL systems, proactively identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks
Configuration: Configure and manage data ingestion into the OPTIC Data Lake, ensuring seamless integration of topology, events, and metrics from various sources
Data Management & Reporting: Administer the OPTIC DL, including data ingestion, storage, backup, and restore processes, and manage Stakeholder Dashboards and reports for capacity planning and trend analysis
Troubleshooting & Support: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to installation, configuration, performance, and integrations, working with vendor support when necessary
Documentation & Training: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation according to standards
Automation: Automate routine operational processes using scripting (e.g., Python, Ansible, PowerShell) to increase efficiency and reduce manual workload

Requirements:

TS SCI Poly
Candidate must have 16 years of experience that can be a combination of work history and education. This equates to a Doctorate and 8 years, master’s and 10 years, bachelor’s and 12 years, associates and 14 years or HS diploma and 16 years
Must be compliant with DoD 8140 Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level 2
Proven expertise in container orchestration technologies like Kubernetes in Linux environments
Proven Proficiency in Linux (RHEL) with experience administering tools in virtualized or containerized environments
Working knowledge of ANSIBLE
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, possess solid communication skills, and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively

Nice to have:

Database Knowledge: Knowledge and familiarity of database management systems like PostgreSQL or Vertica
Networking Fundamentals: Knowledge of network protocols and technologies (TCP/IP, VPN, VLAN, DNS, DHCP) and experience with network monitoring tools
Familiarity with Python

What we offer:

Family Medical, Dental (w/ adult orthodontia) and Vision coverage
Pet Discount Program
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Maternity/ Paternity Leave
Supplemental Military Leave Pay
11 Paid Holidays
401(k) plan with 6% Company Contribution
Generous Professional Development Program
100% Employer paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
100% Employer paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Whole Life Insurance
Lucrative Referral Bonus Program
Annual Allowance for ANS Swag
Potential for Paid Overtime
Flexible Work Schedules

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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