Systems Engineer Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Mar 12, 2026. PingWind scores B on the Alion truth index.
Location: Kuwait
Required Clearance: Secret
Certifications: DoD 8570.01 M compliance for IAT Level III with a Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) with the following Virtual Certifications (VCP6), or NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA).
Required Education: HS Diploma/GED
Required Experience: Minimum of five years of experience in a strategic DoD position engineering I.T. solutions for NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and CPN-X
Position Description:
PingWind is seeking a Systems Engineer Lead responsible for providing technical leadership in the design, integration, implementation, and lifecycle management of complex systems and enterprise architectures. This role oversees systems engineering teams, ensuring that technical solutions align with organizational objectives, operational requirements, and industry standards. The Systems Engineer Lead serves as the primary authority for systems architecture, integration, and performance optimization across multiple technical domains.
Primary Responsibilities:
Typical Responsibilities/Tasks:
- Provides operational support and requires proficiency and experience with the following technology areas and systems: Port Security, IP Networking, Microsoft Active Directory, Data Storage, Network Appliance Data Storage Filers, Near Store Appliance, SnapMirror, SnapRestore, SnapManager for Exchange, Virtual File Manager, AUDS, and Cloud Services
- Ensures operational support and server administration involving the performance of component server and workstation connections, configuration, integration, and testing.
- Lead the design and development of complex systems architectures, ensuring integration across hardware, software, networks, and operational processes.
- Define system requirements, technical specifications, and design standards.
- Ensure systems meet performance, reliability, scalability, and security requirements
- Develop and manage system requirements documentation, technical baselines, and configuration management processes.
Required Qualifications
- Secret
- DoD 8570.01 M compliance for IAT Level III with a Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) with the following Virtual Certifications (VCP6), or NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA).
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
About PingWind
PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL.
Our benefits include:
· Eleven Federal Holidays
· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period
· Parental Leave
· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution
· Dental and Vision Insurance
· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule
· Continuing education assistance
· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
· Employee Assistance Program
· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)
· 529 College Savings Plan
· Legal Insurance
· Pet Insurance
Salary Range
$108K - $150K
The pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) job responsibilities, education, certifications, experience, as well as internal equity mapping and alignment with market data, or other applicable laws.
Veterans are encouraged to apply
PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.