Computer Systems Engineer, SME - 100% Remote (REF1608J)

Company Description

Citizant is a leading provider of professional IT services to the U.S. government.  We seek to address some of our country’s most pressing challenges in the areas of Agile application development, Enterprise Data Management, Enterprise Architecture, and Program Management support services – focusing on the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security and Treasury. We strive to hire only ethical, talented, passionate, and committed “A Players” who already align with the company’s core values:  Drive, Excellence, Reputation, Responsibility, and a Better Future.  No matter how large we grow, Citizant will retain its collaborative, supportive, small-company culture, where successful team effort to address external and internal customer challenges is valued above all individual contributions.

Job Description

Salary Range:

The expected pay range for this position is $170,000 to $185,000 yearly.  The pay rate will vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Overview:

As a Computer Systems Engineer/Architect Subject Matter Expert, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced computer systems and architectures. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop robust solutions that meet the specific requirements of our clients while adhering to industry best practices and standards.

Responsibilities:

• System Design and Architecture: Lead the design and architecture of computer systems, including hardware, software, networking, and storage components. Develop comprehensive system blueprints and specifications to guide implementation efforts.
• Technology Evaluation and Selection: Evaluate emerging technologies, tools, and platforms to determine their suitability for inclusion in system designs. Make informed recommendations based on performance, scalability, reliability, and cost considerations.
• Performance Optimization: Identify performance bottlenecks and inefficiencies in existing computer systems and propose innovative solutions to optimize performance, throughput, and resource utilization.
• Security and Compliance: Collaborate with cybersecurity experts to integrate robust security measures into system designs and architectures. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS.
• Scalability and Resilience: Design systems that can seamlessly scale to accommodate growing workloads and user demands. Implement redundancy and failover mechanisms to enhance system resilience and availability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with software developers, network engineers, database administrators, and other stakeholders to integrate system components and ensure seamless interoperability.
• Documentation and Reporting: Create detailed technical documentation, including system design documents, architecture diagrams, and implementation guides. Provide regular progress updates and reports to project stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, advancements, and best practices in computer systems engineering and architecture. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in database architecture, design, and administration.
• Expertise in relational database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Proficiency in database design principles, data modeling, and database optimization techniques.
• Strong understanding of database security best practices and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
• Experience with database administration tasks, including backup and recovery, performance monitoring, and capacity planning.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Experience with cloud-based database technologies (e.g., AWS RDS, Azure SQL Database) is a plus.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications: e.g., Oracle Certified Professional, Microsoft Certified, Azure Database Administrator Associate (highly preferred).

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Active Public Trust/MBI or have the ability to obtain one.

Additional Information

Citizant strives to be an employer of choice in the Washington metropolitan area. Citizant associates accept challenging and rewarding work and in return receive excellent compensation and benefits, as well as the opportunity for personal and professional development.

Citizant is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.