Systems Engineer – Level 1

Wood Consulting Services

Systems Engineer providing technical cyber capabilities in support of national-level systems. Focused on hands-on operations in enterprise Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for cybersecurity.

Posted 6/16/2026part-timeFort Meade • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical cyber capabilities and solutions supporting real‑world mission needs.
Perform hands‑on PKI operations, ensuring enterprise‑wide certificate services remain secure, available, and dependable.
Conduct system administration, automation, and scripting to streamline processes and improve cyber readiness.
Contribute directly to maintaining and enhancing the security posture of essential mission systems.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Seven (7) years as a SE in program and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.
Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
Must be U.S. Citizen and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

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Hard Skills & Tools

PKI operationssystem administrationautomationscriptingcybersecuritysecurity posture enhancementcertificate services management

Certifications

TS/SCI Security ClearancePolygraph