Systems Engineer

Systems Engineer

Salary Range: $92,000 - 127,994

Closing Date: OpenUntil Filled

Our team is mission-driven and works collaboratively acrossmultiple teams and projects. Our systems are critical to the operations of theHouse, and we see the impact of our work in day-to-day operations and in theenduring capabilities we deliver. If you enjoy being in a fast-pacedenvironment, making a difference, with new opportunities to grow your skills,we have an opportunity for you.

We are seeking a System Engineer to join our Operations teamin the Office of Legislative Computer Systems. This position works inmaintenance and production environments to address problems and challengesencountered during equipment and systems operations, handling, assembly,disassembly, inspection, testing and repair. This entry level systemsengineering position provides a unique and challenging opportunity within anexclusive mission critical environment. The job involves a variety of workrevolving around maintaining and supporting the Electronic Voting System usedin the U.S. House of Representatives:

• Responsible for the state of health and operability of EVS. Provide daily operational support for the Electronic Voting System by performing daily system checks, monitoring availability of all hardware, software, and key processes, and reviewing system logs and verifying completion of all scheduled jobs and backups.
• Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance system performance and minimize downtime.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with guidance from senior engineers and SMEs, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Support day-to-day monitoring of system performance and use monitoring tools (e.g., Syslog-ng) to detect anomalies and take corrective actions.
• Maintain documentation for production issues, troubleshooting steps, and system configurations, contributing to the shared knowledge base.
• Work with a team and be willing to support operations on as needed basis.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to perform the major duties described above.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or other related engineering degree program from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
• 3 years or more Experience in production support, systems administration, or related technical roles.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance at the Top-Secret level, it is a contingency of employment.

Desired skills

• Demonstrated performance as a team player.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated systems and equipment troubleshooting skills.
• Flexibility/Adaptability with type of work and work schedule.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with Linux OS a plus.
• Familiarity and experience with networking, including Cisco switches and routers a plus.

Hiring for this position is governed by the VeteransEmployment Opportunities Act. Applicants seeking veterans' preferenceconsideration should email [redacted] for more information.

Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorilycompleting a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House ofRepresentatives is at-will. EOE.