Systems Engineer

About Us

We offer advanced services in data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management.

With a competitive salary range and industry-leading benefits, Ardent Principles offers more than just a job - we offer a career path filled with growth and opportunities. Join us and let's shape the future together!

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence "Ardent Principles" signifies our unwavering commitment to excellence, driven by a profound passion and a strict adherence to ethical values. We believe that happy employees make for happy clients. Our mission is to act as a bridge between satisfied clients and fulfilled employees, ensuring that your job and well-being are our top priorities because your satisfaction leads to the success of our clients.

Role Overview

In this challenging yet rewarding role, you are an integral part of what brings our Company's mission to life. You must have the following required skills, certifications and demonstrated experience in and/or with:

Requirements

• Azure/AWS Cloud Administration and Tier 1 user support.
• One or more of the following:
  • Computer networking in Windows AND Linux,
  • Cloud provider provisioning/procurement,
  • Use of common online services In a persona-specific environment,
  • Website configuration,
  • Web-page Building.
• Basic software development/scripting/software testing and debugging (Linux and Windows).
• Building tech-ops plans using available tools/techniques.
• Independently evaluate complex situations and requirement and be able to select appropriate technical capabilities/ use appropriate tools and develop methodologies to satisfy them.
• Familiarity with social media sites (please specify) and creation/management/troubleshooting social media accounts.
• VPNs (OpenVPN, Wireguard), Residential and Mobile proxies and firewall rules.
• Psychological resilience to work in varying conditions, manage time effectively, and adapt to different problems and situations.
• Managing cash funds, management and tracking of misattribute procurement including payments.
• Persona identity handling.
• Operational tradecraft (OpSec compliance).
• Incidence tracking tool including JIRA.
• Communicating effectively (written and oral).

Other skills and demonstrated experiences that are highly desired but not mandatory to perform the work, include:

• Working in customer space, CONUS and OCONUS, and how it differs from other cyber activities (preferred 2+ years).
• Managing and troubleshooting internet capabilities.
• Virtualization technologies and VPN Networking.
• Web development.
• Dark Web and ToR.
• Cryptocurrency exchanges.
• Working with surveillance detection route
• Managing and troubleshooting social media accounts and other internet capabilities
• Collecting data from social media accounts and other internet-based platforms
• Working with mobile SIMs and eSIMs.

Benefits

• Highly Competitive Salary: Recognizing and rewarding your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Providing ample time for rest, relaxation, and personal pursuits.
• Dedicated Training Budget: Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
• 100% Employer-Covered Family Vision, Dental, and Health Insurance: Ensuring comprehensive health coverage for you and your family.
• 100% Employer-Covered Life and Disability Insurance: Offering financial security and peace of mind.
• 401(k) Plan with a 6% Employer Match: Helping you plan and save for a secure retirement, with 100% vesting from day one.
• 11 Paid Government Holidays: Observing national holidays to ensure time off with family and friends.
• Spot Bonuses for Exceptional Performance: Rewarding outstanding contributions and achievements.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with consultants expected to be available and working onsite in Reston, VA during core hours.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to driving positive change through technology. Apply now with our easy 3-minute, mobile-friendly initial application process. Your future starts here!