Full-Time
Senior Systems Engineer
SimIS
11-50 employees
IT solutions for government and defense
No salary listed
No H1B Sponsorship
Virginia, USA + 1 more
More locations: Dahlgren, VA, USA
In Person
US Top Secret Clearance Required
Master's
 IT & Security (1) |
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- Eight years of systems administration experience, including three years in leadership roles.
- Must meet Department of Defense 8570 requirements for Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II.
- Experience and knowledge of Navy tactical systems and combat information center operations.
- Secret clearance.
- Expertise in developing and reviewing system requirements, specifications, and technical documentation.
- Experience managing multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.
- Experience managing Windows and Linux server environments.
- Knowledge of network security, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems.
- Experience with virtualization technologies and cloud computing platforms.
- Demonstrated experience with Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements and accreditation processes.
- Lead systems engineering activities for a U.S. Navy Training Command.
- Provide technical leadership for complex simulation and training systems, including requirements analysis, system integration, verification and validation, and technical oversight of engineering teams supporting shore-based training systems.
- Manage multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.
- Use experience gained to help manage complex technical programs involving simulation systems and training environments.
- A Master's degree or relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or CISPA.
- Experience with project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multi-site operations with distributed teams across multiple geographic locations.
- Experience with government reporting requirements and CDRL deliverables.
- Certification as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or CISPA.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with NSWCDD or Navy programs.
SimIS delivers IT solutions for government and defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. Its M&S work uses cognitive systems engineering to create executable models and simulations; T&E validates system performance for DoD and DHS; cybersecurity includes compliance support such as CMMC. The company develops autonomous platforms in its robotics lab, including the SimIS Autonomous Maritime System (SAMS) and RiverScout, plus AI/ML, data analytics, software development, and 3D printing. Its model centers on securing prime government contracts and IDIQ vehicles, with services supported by a Tier 3 data center for hosting and managed IT services, aiming to help government customers model, test, secure, and deploy advanced systems.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
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Founded
2007
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 openings show active hiring across Norfolk, Dahlgren, Suffolk, and Stafford.
- The USV FoS IDIQ seat supports Navy unmanned-vessel work through August 2028.
- Pre-leasing at 2371 Wilroy Road and GSA MAS listings expand near-term sales channels.
What critics are saying
- SHIELD has 2,463 offerors, so task-order wins remain fiercely contested through 2035.
- ICE lease talks in April 2026 stayed unresolved, delaying commercial revenue from Suffolk.
- Heavy defense and DHS concentration leaves SimIS exposed to budget shifts or recompete losses.
What makes SimIS unique
- SimIS won SHIELD IDIQ with MDA on December 10, 2025.
- It combines modeling, test, cybersecurity, and autonomous maritime systems in one shop.
- Its Suffolk robotics lab and Tier 3 data center deepen delivery control.
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Health Insurance
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Disability Insurance
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401(k) Retirement Plan
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