Senior System Engineer

Scion Technology has been engaged to conduct a search for an experienced Systems Engineer for our client, a growing managed services company specializing in IT consulting and government security contracts! This is a contract position (with potential to convert to full-time) offering a hybrid schedule in Seattle. RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain and support Linux (RHEL and Ubuntu) and Windows server environments, ensuring high availability and security. Configure and manage Juniper SRX firewalls, VPNs (IPsec, Cloudflare Zero Trust), and network segmentation for secure data transmission. Support Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Entra ID, and Conditional Access policies. Assist with endpoint management and security protocols. Support NetApp storage systems, SGE compute clusters, and FlexLM license servers, ensuring optimal performance and licensing compliance. Assist with NIST 800-171, ITAR, and CMMC compliance activities, including documentation, audit support, and access controls. Participate in infrastructure projects, upgrades, and routine maintenance, taking ownership and demonstrating proactive problem-solving. QUALIFICATIONS Proven experience administering Linux servers (RHEL and Ubuntu). Strong understanding of Microsoft 365, Azure AD, Entra ID, and endpoint management. Scripting experience using Bash, Python, or PowerShell for automation. Experience with Juniper SRX firewall and VPN, including Cloudflare Zero Trust, preferred Storage administration with NetApp systems (ONTAP) a plus Familiarity with NIST 800-171, CMMC, or other compliance frameworks desired Clearance Requirement: Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder (due to ITAR-regulated environment) COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This contract position offers an hourly rate of $85-90/hr, commensurate with experience. The organization provides a robust benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Scion Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner. #J-18808-Ljbffr