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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.\nPrimary Responsibilities:\nTypical Responsibilities/Tasks:\nProvides 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\nEnsures operational support and server administration involving the performance of component server and workstation connections, configuration, integration, and testing.\nLead the design and development of complex systems architectures, ensuring integration across hardware, software, networks, and operational processes.\nDefine system requirements, technical specifications, and design standards.\nEnsure systems meet performance, reliability, scalability, and security requirements\nDevelop and manage system requirements documentation, technical baselines, and configuration management processes.\nRequired Qualifications\nSecret\nDoD 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).\nDesired Qualifications\nBachelor’s Degree\nAbout PingWind\nPingWind 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.\nwww.PingWind.com\nOur benefits include:\n· Eleven Federal Holidays\n· Paid Time Off accrued each pay period\n· Parental Leave\n· Three medical plan choices with generous employer contribution\n· Dental and Vision Insurance\n· Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability\n· Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance\n· 401k with competitive matching and vesting schedule\n· Continuing education assistance\n· Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance\n· Medical, Dependent Care and Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts\n· Employee Assistance Program\n· Wellness benefits include Calm Health app and WellHub gym subsidy (formerly GymPass)\n· 529 College Savings Plan\n· Legal Insurance\n· Pet Insurance\nSalary Range\n$108K - $150K\nThe pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. 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