Senior Systems Engineer

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD


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Type: Contract-to-Hire

Category: Engineer

Industry: Government

Reference ID: JN -042026-106379

Date Posted: 04/14/2026

Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/9y0TPv


Description:

Onsite in Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

 

our client seeks a Senior Systems Engineer to support the Program Manager for Network Modernization Secure Wireless program. The role focuses on CSfC architectures, tactical networking, and lifecycle support including sustainment, development, testing, and fielding. The engineer will validate software releases, engineer test networks, evaluate emerging technologies, and produce clear technical documentation while supporting field teams. Expertise in network security, routing, wireless, and virtualization is required to ensure secure, resilient, and mission-ready capabilities.

 

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with an active Secret clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

 

Rate: $75.00 to $85.00/hr. w2

 


Responsibilities:
  • Support Secure Wireless engineering efforts, including documentation and software configuration management across multiple Secure Wireless baselines.
  • Provide direct support to the Field Support Engineering team during ongoing fielding efforts via phone and email.
  • Validate quarterly PDSS software releases and support system updates.
  • Engineer and maintain test networks; develop test plans, test threads, and conduct performance testing.
  • Evaluate and test new and emerging technologies for inclusion in Secure Wireless baselines.
  • Produce step-by-step technical documentation and network diagrams using MS Visio.
  • Troubleshoot network and client access issues using logs and error messages.
  • Deliver train-the-trainer instruction to operational and field teams.

Experience Requirements:
  • Familiarity with CSfC architecture and compliance.
  • Background in WIN-T or Tactical Network Configuration Items and architecture.
  • Experience with Signal Modernization systems, including Small Form Factor Wi‑Fi and SWMRE.
  • Expertise in static routing and virtualized environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS.
  • Hands-on experience with Aruba OS for wireless networking.
  • Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks OS.
  • Hands-on experience with VMware.
  • Hands-on experience with Windows Server and Windows 10/11.
  • Network security experience with VPN/IPSec.
  • Network security experience with PKI and Certificate Authorities.
  • Network security experience with firewalls and Active Directory.
  • NetOps tools experience with PacStar IQ Core.
  • NetOps tools experience with SolarWinds.
  • NetOps tools experience with Splunk.
  • NetOps tools experience with SNMPc.
  • Ability to travel up to 25%.
  • Active Secret clearance or higher.

Recruitment Transparency Notice
 
Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening and hiring process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (noreply@eliassen.com, 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.
 

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
 
Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.
 
Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 
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