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Delta Solutions and Services Bowhead is seeking a Senior IT Systems Engineer for our team at Vandenberg SFB.

The IT Systems Engineer is responsible for the planning, design, integration, and sustainment of complex IT systems supporting Department of Defense mission requirements. This includes developing architectures, implementation strategies, and cost estimates to enable new capabilities and infrastructure modernization. The engineer ensures secure, reliable, and scalable system operations through disciplined configuration management, lifecycle sustainment, cybersecurity compliance, and performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Design, integrate, and sustain IT systems, services, and infrastructure aligned to mission, operational, and security requirements.

• Develop architecture diagrams, implementation strategies, and configuration standards for enterprise and mission systems.

• Integrate hardware, software, virtualization, and network components into cohesive and compliant system solutions.

• Develop detailed implementation plans, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), milestones, and schedules.

• Produce and maintain system engineering documentation, including CONOPS, configuration guides, SOPs, and technical baselines.

• Support generation of risk assessments, fallback procedures, and deployment/sustainment checklists.

• Research hardware, software, and cloud service components based on functional requirements, interoperability, and lifecycle compatibility.

• Generate cost estimates and Bills of Material (BOMs) to support planning, procurement, and budgeting.

• Coordinate with acquisition or supply chain personnel to source equipment, verify lead times, and conduct technical evaluations.

• Implement system hardening and security baselines in accordance with applicable STIGs and DoD security frameworks.

• Support RMF authorization efforts by providing technical artifacts (system diagrams, data flows, PPSM documentation, etc.) for security control responses.

• Coordinate with ISSOs and cybersecurity teams to ensure systems achieve and maintain compliance and audit readiness.

• Maintain system health through software updates, patching, backups, COOP validation, and configuration management.

• Monitor performance, availability, and security posture of assigned systems using analytic and monitoring tools.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across operating systems, networks, and applications.

• Deploy, configure, and maintain physical, virtual, and cloud-hosted servers.

• Configure network services such as DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and file/print services.

• Collaborate with network and security teams to ensure connectivity, access control, and appropriate routing across classified and unclassified enclaves.

• Evaluate the impact of system changes on operations, security, and performance.

• Translate user and mission needs into technical requirements and capability improvements.

• Participate in integrated planning teams for new deployments, upgrades, or cross-domain solutions.

• Analyze system logs, performance metrics, and usage trends to optimize resource allocation and resolve bottlenecks.

• Recommend system upgrades or modifications to meet emerging mission requirements and technology refresh goals.

• Provide Tier III/engineering-level support to technicians and administrators.

• Serve as a technical advisor to leadership, supporting architecture reviews, decision briefings, and risk assessments.

• Train and mentor junior personnel in system management, troubleshooting, and documentation standards.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in planning, designing, and implementing enterprise-scale systems, including full lifecycle project engineering, integration, and cross-functional team leadership.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or a related IT discipline; or equivalent combination of accredited education and experience.

• Must meet position and certification requirements outlined in DoD 8140 for the System Administrator or Network Operations Specialist role (Advanced Level) within six months of hire.

• Ability to provide after-hours support as required to maintain operational readiness.

• Provide support for exercises, contingencies, and real-world operations.

• Demonstrated proficiency in enterprise monitoring tools, virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), and configuration management utilities.

• Strong knowledge of DoD network architectures, DISA standards, and enterprise-level troubleshooting procedures.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2026-24827

Category Information Technology

Location : Location US-CA-Vandenberg SFB

Min USD $172,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $172,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Clearance Required Top Secret/SCI

Travel Requirement Less than 10%