Principal Software Systems Engineer

SAIC

Principal systems engineer integrating applications and infrastructure for SAIC’s secure zero-trust DCS environments. Supporting air-gapped systems, production releases, and Agile Delivery missions across U.S.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Data Centric System integration, including the installation, upgrading, and troubleshooting of network devices and Microsoft systems in air-gapped environments. Proficient in developing technical documentation and supporting Agile Delivery teams in systems integration tasks.

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Data Centric System IntegrationIAT II CertificationMicrosoft Systems IntegrationZero-Trust ArchitectureNetwork Device Troubleshooting

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Hard Skills

System IntegrationNetwork Device InstallationVirtualization TechnologiesStorage Device IntegrationTechnical Documentation DevelopmentSystems AnalysisAgile MethodologiesTroubleshootingPatchingUpgrading

Soft Skills

Team CoordinationCommunicationProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Ping DirectoryFortra TitusVirtruActive DirectoryCord3LinuxICAMIDAMPKI

Certifications & Qualifications

IAT II Certification

Industry Keywords

Zero-Trust RequirementsAir-Gapped EnvironmentSecret ClearanceRegulationsPoliciesProcedures

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Linux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Integrate applications to create a DCS environment adhering to zero-trust architecture
Support patching, upgrading, and securing images for regular production update releases
Support other activities and projects for the Agile Delivery team
Plan, implement, test, document, and maintain total-system or subsystem solutions using internally created and commercial off-the-shelf products
Coordinate analysis, acquisition, and installation of hardware and software
Gather and analyze data supporting system requirements development
Provide post-installation and integration support to the operations team
Develop work plans, procedures, and estimates for systems integration tasks and team members
Interface with team members to implement tasks according to the project management schedule
Develop technical instructions, engineering plans, technical designs, and other systems integration documents

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 14+ years of experience as a system integrator, system engineer, or senior system administrator focused on Data Centric System integration; additional 4 years may be used in lieu of a degree
Experience installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, and integrating network devices, virtualization technologies, and storage devices
Familiarity with Ping Directory, Fortra Titus, Virtru, Active Directory, or Cord3
Must have an IAT II certification or be able to obtain it within 60 days of the start date
Extensive experience installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, and integrating Microsoft systems, Linux, ICAM, IDAM, PKI, and other applications in an air-gapped environment
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
Knowledge of zero-trust requirements, regulations, policies, and procedures

Benefits

Comp & perks

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Integrate applications to create a DCS environment adhering to zero-trust architecture
Support patching, upgrading, and securing images for regular production update releases
Support other activities and projects for the Agile Delivery team
Plan, implement, test, document, and maintain total-system or subsystem solutions using internally created and commercial off-the-shelf products
Coordinate analysis, acquisition, and installation of hardware and software
Gather and analyze data supporting system requirements development
Provide post-installation and integration support to the operations team
Develop work plans, procedures, and estimates for systems integration tasks and team members
Interface with team members to implement tasks according to the project management schedule
Develop technical instructions, engineering plans, technical designs, and other systems integration documents 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor's Degree and 14+ years of experience as a system integrator, system engineer, or senior system administrator focused on Data Centric System integration; additional 4 years may be used in lieu of a degree
Experience installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, and integrating network devices, virtualization technologies, and storage devices
Familiarity with Ping Directory, Fortra Titus, Virtru, Active Directory, or Cord3
Must have an IAT II certification or be able to obtain it within 60 days of the start date
Extensive experience installing, upgrading, troubleshooting, and integrating Microsoft systems, Linux, ICAM, IDAM, PKI, and other applications in an air-gapped environment
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
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