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System Engineer 1

General Dynamics Information Technology · Annapolis Junction, MD, US

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Job details

Pay
$160,650 – $217,350 a year
Work mode
On-site
Level
Senior
Experience
8+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Oct 20, 2026
Last confirmed open
Oct 21, 2026
Job description

About this role

A Praxis Opportunity Praxis Engineering, a GDIT company, provides cutting-edge technology capabilities and unmatched expertise to deliver mission-critical solutions that drive impact and support customer needs.

Clearance Level Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Category IT Infrastructure and Operations Location Annapolis Junction, Maryland (Onsite Workplace)

Key Skills For Success Bash Scripts

Docker (Software)

Linux

REQ#:RQ230795

Public Trust:None

Requisition Type:Regular

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to serve as a critical component of our nation’s safety and security. Make an impact by using your expertise to protect our country from threats.

Job Description -------------------

SYSTEMS ENGINEER PRINCIPAL.

Join GDIT as a Systems Engineer Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Systems Engineer Principal, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission. You will play a crucial role.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT.

The Systems Engineer Principal must have

Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science Experience: 8+ years of related experience

Position Required Skills:

 Proficiency using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools

 Demonstrated experience administering Linux systems

 Experience developing automation scripts (Bash/Python) to streamline operational and maintenance tasks

 Experience with the Agency’s STE/STN security compliance requirements and the ability to ensure systems adhere to established policies

 Familiar with basic Cisco switch configuration

 Familiar with containerization technologies such as Docker, Podman, and containerd

 Experience with creating, maintaining, and updating clear, accurate, and accessible technical documentation

Position Desired Skills:

 Experience administering Windows systems

 Experience with NetApp storage devices

 Experience with virtualization technologies including vSphere/vCenter

 Experience with the Atlassian Suite of Tools such as Jira and Confluence

  • Security clearance level: TS/SCI
  • US citizenship required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

Growth

AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

#praxisjobs

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

7 + years of related experience

  • may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $160,650 - $217,350. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our

Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation.

We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development.

Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc.

Equal Opportunity

Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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