Systems Engineer

Position Title: Systems EngineerLocation: Ashburn, VA - hybrid once or twice a weekJob Description:Experienced Systems Engineer to provide support of Technology Services initiatives. This independent contractor engagement will focus on projects related to SOC 2 and CMMC 2.0 compliance, cybersecurity enhancements, infrastructure modernization, and technology risk reduction.The ideal consultant will possess extensive experience in Microsoft-based infrastructure, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and regulatory compliance frameworks.• Assessing, implementing, and enhancing security controls aligned with SOC 2 and CMMC 2.0 requirements.• Conducting compliance assessments, remediation planning, and gap analyses related to cybersecurity and information security controls.• Performing systems hardening activities and vulnerability remediation efforts.• Designing, configuring, deploying, and optimizing Microsoft-based infrastructure environments, including:o Active Directoryo Microsoft 365 enterprise environmentso Exchange environmentso Windows Server platforms• Diagnosing and resolving complex infrastructure, networking, systems, and application issues.• Supporting application implementations, system configurations, upgrades, and infrastructure improvement initiatives.• Evaluating system performance, availability, and security posture and recommending or implementing approved improvements.• Coordinating with IBTS personnel and third-party service providers regarding infrastructure projects, issue resolution, and technical implementations.• Providing technical expertise during compliance assessments, audits, security reviews, and post-incident evaluations.• Developing and maintaining technical documentation related to systems, configurations, architecture, security controls, and operational procedures.• Providing advanced technical expertise for complex infrastructure and security issues referred by IBTS personnel.• Performing services in accordance with applicable security, change-management, documentation, and project-governance requirements established for the engagement.Desired Qualifications:• Extensive Microsoft systems engineering experience in enterprise environments.• Strong networking, systems administration, and infrastructure troubleshooting expertise.• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance initiatives, including SOC 2, CMMC, NIST, or similar frameworks.• Demonstrated experience implementing security controls, vulnerability remediation, and systems hardening.• Experience with enterprise Microsoft 365 administration, Active Directory, Exchange, Windows Server, and related technologies.• Strong written communication and technical documentation skills.• Ability to independently evaluate technical requirements, recommend solutions, and deliver results in a consulting environment.Compensation: 60-65/hr on w2. This is the targeted compensation range for this role. Please note that this range is provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and location.Benefits: We offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).Work Authorization: Work sponsorship is not available for this position.Equal Employment Opportunity: We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.