Systems Engineer / Architect (REMOTE - TRAVEL) (CONTINGENT)

Who is Chinook?

Chinook Systems, Inc. is a leader in delivering lifecycle energy security solutions to mission critical government and commercial facility Owners. We specialize in the engineering, construction, commissioning, and operations of intelligent, cyber secure, code compliant, and energy efficient building systems. Our solutions save millions of dollars in utility costs, reduce harmful emissions to the environment, and mitigate cyber‐attacks on facilities. Chinook provides motivated employees with the opportunity to advance in a fast‐growing, innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.

This position is contingent upon funding.

The Work:

As a Systems Engineer / Architect , you will perform cloud and on-prem computing design, configuration, STIG implementation, troubleshooting and testing. You will utilize your extensive experience in cloud architecture, cloud services, and your ability to lead technical projects to deliver robust computing solutions. In this role you will be involved in developing and executing the strategy for cloud adoption (as well as on-prem servers) and ensuring the scalability, reliability, and security of our environments. You will become part of a multi-disciplinary team that advises, implements, and manages cybersecurity for control system solutions such as SCADA, HVAC, Fire Alarm/Life Safety Systems, and Electronic Security Systems. You will work alongside federal clients to help develop and implement risk management and Zero Trust programs for their critical infrastructure.

This position is REMOTE, but you must be able to travel to client sites up to 50% of the time. The majority of our clients are in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States, especially in the Mid-Atlantic Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) – Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF).
• Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations.
• Disseminate information both in writing and verbally, explaining complex technical information clearly to engineers, contractors, and facility/owner staff across all communication platforms.
• Remain current in operating systems / software analysis and technological developments and applications.
• System Architecture Design: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud and on-prem architectures. Design server and application architectures; perform administrative operation and maintenance functions of server hardware and software.
• System Strategy Development: Develop and implement a cloud strategy that aligns with business objectives and ensures a smooth transition to the cloud.
• Security & Compliance: Implement best practices for both cloud and on-prem security, including identity and access management, data protection, and compliance with industry regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with software development, operations, and security teams to ensure cloud solutions are integrated effectively.
• Cost Management: Optimize spending through effective management of computer resources and services.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Requires IAT Level II Certification Required (CCNA-Security, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP certification).
• Must have certifications in MS Windows Server, Active Directory, Enterprise OS.
• Requires expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Must have strong knowledge of networking, security, and cloud architecture principles.
• Must have experience designing and implementing complex server environments.
• Requires experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like BICEP, Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Must have experience with containerization and orchestration tools like ACS, Docker and Kubernetes.

Citizenship/Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain up to a Top Secret clearance due to our customer requirements and the nature of the work that we do.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An Active Secret or higher Security Clearance.
• Certifications in Linux Operating Systems.
• IAT Level III Certification Preferred (CISSP).

Physical Considerations:

• Must be able to walk construction sites with uneven surfaces, carry up to 25 lbs., climb stairs and ladders, and work both indoors and outdoors in severe weather conditions, in confined spaces, and in dust generating environments.
• Must be able to maintain spatial awareness and comply with safety standards while working near mechanical and electrical building equipment and systems.
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Chinook Systems Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against anyone because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, or sexual orientation.

Chinook is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.