Sr. Systems Engineer

CGI • Washington, DC

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About The Position

CGI Federal is a leader in providing IT and cybersecurity solutions, dedicated to supporting mission-critical defense and intelligence initiatives. We are committed to enhancing national security through innovative technology and expert collaboration. As a Senior Systems Engineer at CGI Federal, you will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of complex systems for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified environment. This role involves hands-on systems engineering combined with client-facing consulting, translating mission requirements into robust system architectures, mentoring junior engineers, and advising stakeholders on system strategy, metrics, and governance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Minimum of seven (7) years in systems engineering with expertise in designing and implementing secure systems in classified environments.
• One or more of the following certifications: Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) AWS Certified Solutions Architect Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in federal government or diplomatic environment at the department level or experience supporting classified environments within federal law enforcement or Intelligence Community organizations.
• Experience integrating systems with cybersecurity tools, network infrastructure, and cloud platforms.
• Experience with systems in hybrid/zero-trust architectures.
• Knowledge of NIST cybersecurity frameworks (800-53, 800-171, 800-190).
• Additional cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support complex systems for a federal law enforcement agency’s classified data processing systems directorate.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize system performance across classified environments to ensure reliability, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, and software development teams to integrate systems, develop use cases, and support deployment and maintenance activities.
• Support system authorization and continuous monitoring activities, maintain comprehensive system documentation, and ensure solutions align with federal standards and mission requirements.
• Lead system strategy workshops, roadmap development, and stakeholder presentations.
• Architect system integration pipelines, develop system specifications, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Align system development to NIST SP 800-53 and ISCM requirements.
• Extend system capabilities to AWS/Azure/GCP and integrate with automation and orchestration tools.
• Establish content lifecycle governance and mentor junior staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level