AMERICAN SYSTEMS is HIRING NOW! We are seeking an Associate Principal Platform Systems Engineer to design and maintain secure, scalable enterprise platforms for critical DoD missions in the National Capital Region!

When you join our team, you will:

• Diagnose and resolve complex performance, security, and technical challenges across diverse enterprise platforms.
• Provide Tier 3 IT systems support for classified environments, leveraging a wide range of technologies.
• Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

Key Responsibilitiesof anAssociate Principal Platform Systems Engineerinclude:

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable platform architectures.
• Leading the development and deployment of platform services toensure alignment with business and security requirements.
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex platform issues to minimize downtime and enhance system performance.
• Performing requirements analysis, system integration, and configuration management for enterprise platforms.
• Investigating and resolving operational challenges, working alongside engineering and technical teams.
• Supporting project teams in engineering and packaging releases within production IT environments.
• Providingguidance and mentorship to junior Systems Engineers.

What sets you apart:

• Expertise in enterprise platforms, including virtualization, automation, and cloud-based services.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address intricate system challenges.
• A commitment to advancing IT systems in a classified environment

• Clearance: Active Top Secret w/SCI eligibility.
• Education & Experience:
  • BA/BS + 10-11 years as a Platform Engineer or similar.
  • Some college + 12-14 years relevant experience.
  • High school + 15+ years relevant experience.
• Certifications:Current CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalentDoD 8140IAT Level II certification
• Technical Skills:
  • Expertise in designing/maintaining secure, scalable architectures (cloud/on-prem, IL5-IL6+ domains).
  • Proficiency in enterprise platforms, virtualization, automation, and cloud services.
  • 2+ years administering Linux (RHEL): users, permissions, networking, storage, monitoring, package management, shell scripting.
  • Knowledge of Windows Systems, EMC SANs, and VMware.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting in classified environments.
• Note: Position is 100% on-site.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is$160,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

Who We Are:

Founded in 1975,AMERICAN SYSTEMSis one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• GOLD AWARD by U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS EMPLOYER by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com