Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Job Title: Systems Engineer Location: Bethesda, MD (Onsite) Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Polygraph Required Company: Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) Compensation: Open Position Overview Quantum Science Solutions (QSS) supports mission-critical U.S. Government programs focused on implementing, integrating, and maintaining enterprise cybersecurity and infrastructure technologies. We are seeking a Systems Engineer to design, deploy, integrate, and sustain enterprise IT and cybersecurity solutions within a secure government environment.

This role requires strong technical expertise in systems engineering, network security, endpoint protection, infrastructure integration, and containerized environments. The successful candidate will collaborate with government stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to enhance enterprise security, operational visibility, infrastructure resilience, and mission readiness. The position will also support the integration and use of emerging AI-enabled cybersecurity technologies, including the Andesite platform, with training provided.

Key Responsibilities • Design, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise cybersecurity and infrastructure technologies. • Implement and integrate network security, endpoint protection, asset discovery, and network visibility solutions. • Deploy, configure, and support containerized applications and Kubernetes infrastructure. • Perform systems integration, testing, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and technical validation. • Ensure interoperability, secure configurations, and operational reliability across enterprise environments. • Support the implementation, integration, and operational use of AI-enabled cybersecurity technologies. • Participate in AI platform training and apply acquired knowledge to support customer mission requirements. • Collaborate with government stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors on implementation and integration activities. • Develop and maintain technical documentation, implementation plans, and system configuration procedures. • Provide ongoing engineering, troubleshooting, and sustainment support.

Mandatory Skills • Active TS/SCI clearance with CI Polygraph. • Five (5) or more years of professional systems engineering experience. • Hands-on experience implementing, integrating, configuring, and troubleshooting enterprise technologies. • Experience deploying and integrating enterprise infrastructure or cybersecurity solutions. • Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems. • Knowledge of enterprise networking, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls, and network segmentation. • Experience with endpoint security, network security, infrastructure monitoring, or asset discovery technologies. • Experience implementing and troubleshooting solutions in complex enterprise environments. • Understanding of virtualization, containerization, or modern infrastructure platforms. • Ability to translate technical requirements into engineering solutions. • Experience developing technical documentation, implementation plans, and configuration procedures. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with government stakeholders and technical teams. • Ability to work full-time onsite in Bethesda, Maryland.

Preferred Skills • Experience supporting Intelligence Community (IC) or Department of Defense (DoD) environments. • Experience implementing cybersecurity technologies in classified or highly regulated environments. • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or containerized infrastructure. • Experience with infrastructure automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, or similar tools. • Familiarity with AI-enabled cybersecurity platforms, security analytics, or emerging cybersecurity technologies. • Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture and secure enterprise system design. • Understanding of NIST security controls, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and federal cybersecurity requirements. • Experience integrating commercial cybersecurity products into government enterprise environments.

Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. Why QSS? At QSS, you'll support mission-critical federal cybersecurity operations by implementing enterprise technologies that strengthen security, operational visibility, and infrastructure resilience. You'll also gain hands-on exposure to emerging AI-enabled cybersecurity platforms, including Andesite, with training provided.

Benefits Include: • Competitive compensation with annual performance bonuses • Premium Medical, Dental & Vision coverage • Generous PTO plus Federal Holidays • 401(k) with company match