Systems Engineer / GEOTAM / (Hybrid) [Contingent]

iWorks Corporation

Silver Spring, MD(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$125,000–$165,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Agile Programming Methodologies, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Applications Security, ArcGIS, Architectural Services, Automation, Bash Scripting, Bug Tracking/Defect Management, Business Analysis, Business Development, Change Management, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Security, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Data Analysis, Data Management, Database Programming, Database Technology, DevOps, Distributed Applications, Docker, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Protection, Expert Systems, Federal Government, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Human Resources, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Incentive Programs, Information Technology & Information Systems, Java, Leadership, Linux Operating System, Maintain Compliance, Microservices, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Server, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Oracle, Oracle DBA (Database Administrator), Oracle Database, Oracle PL-SQL, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, PostgreSQL, Process Improvement, Production Systems, Professional Services, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Release Management/Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Clearance, Security Monitoring, Software Administration, Software Development, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), Software Testing, Spatial Data, Splunk, System Architecture, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Validation Testing, Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Silver Spring, MD
POSTED
17 days ago

Title: Systems Engineer

Location:Remote / Hybrid (On site-visits to the DMV location as required by contract)

About iWorks:iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps, data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise, results in innovative solutions. We offer exceptional comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability); 401(k); Health and Wellness Benefits; and Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time. You're eligible for bonuses throughout the year as part of our incentive program for innovation, and business development. All employees are also considered for an annual raise, commensurate with performance and company commitment.

About this position:iWorks Corporation is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to support the GEOTAM program for the U.S. Census Bureau. This program supports the modernization, enhancement, and sustainment of the Census Bureau's MAF/TIGER geospatial systems through application development, geospatial data management, and enterprise IT modernization initiatives.

The Systems Engineer will provide technical leadership across system architecture, application modernization, cloud migration, and operational sustainment efforts supporting mission-critical geospatial platforms used by the Decennial Census, American Community Survey, and other enterprise Census programs.

This role requires strong expertise in systems engineering, cloud technologies, geospatial systems, enterprise databases, and DevSecOps methodologies within complex federal IT environments. The ideal candidate will be capable of supporting full lifecycle engineering activities while collaborating across technical and program management teams.

* This position is contingent upon contract award anticipated in July 2026.

Salary Range: - $125K – $165K commensurate with the candidate's skills, experience, location, and qualifications.

On a day-to-day basis, you will:

  1. Provide technical leadership for the design, implementation, modernization, and sustainment of enterprise IT and geospatial systems
  2. Analyze business and mission requirements and translate them into scalable technical and architectural solutions
  3. Support system architecture efforts involving APIs, microservices, cloud-native technologies, and distributed applications
  4. Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain applications throughout the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
  5. Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives across AWS, OCI, Azure, and hybrid cloud environments
  6. Manage and administer Oracle, PostgreSQL, and geospatial database environments across development and production systems
  7. Implement DevOps and DevSecOps processes including CI/CD pipelines, automation, infrastructure-as-code, and container orchestration
  8. Perform application testing, validation, defect management, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis
  9. Support system and application security through vulnerability assessments, monitoring, compliance activities, and threat mitigation
  10. Monitor system performance, availability, and operational health using enterprise monitoring and logging tools
  11. Develop and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, architecture diagrams, and operational procedures
  12. Collaborate with engineers, developers, architects, and program stakeholders to deliver mission-aligned solutions
  13. Support release management, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives

Required Education/Qualifications:

  • 15+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT systems engineering, application modernization, or infrastructure engineering efforts
  • Experience supporting federal government or large-scale enterprise environments
  • Experience within the geospatial industry or supporting geospatial systems and applications
  • Strong expertise in systems engineering, technical leadership, and enterprise architecture
  • Experience supporting full SDLC activities including design, development, testing, deployment, and sustainment
  • Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, AWS GovCloud, OCI, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience with Oracle databases including Oracle 19c+, Oracle Spatial, and geospatial data management
  • Experience with PostgreSQL, Aurora, Amazon RedShift, or similar enterprise database technologies
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies including Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, or EKS
  • Experience implementing DevOps/DevSecOps methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automation tools such as GitLab and Terraform
  • Proficiency with scripting and programming languages such as Python, Java, Bash, PowerShell, SQL, or PL/SQL
  • Experience with enterprise Linux and Windows server environments
  • Experience supporting application security, vulnerability management, and continuous monitoring activities
  • Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, analytical, and communication skills
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a federal government clearance if required

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certifications: Expert Systems Engineering Professional (ESEP) certification
  • Experience supporting U.S. Census Bureau programs or large-scale federal geospatial modernization initiatives
  • Experience with Esri ArcGIS technologies, geospatial services, and spatial data platforms
  • Familiarity with WMS/WFS services, vector tile services, and enterprise GIS integrations
  • Experience with Agile, Scaled Agile, or SAFe delivery environments
  • Experience supporting cloud modernization and hybrid infrastructure transformation efforts
  • Familiarity with enterprise monitoring and security tools such as Splunk, AppDynamics, SolarWinds, Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender
  • Experience leading technical teams or overseeing complex modernization initiatives

Please Note: We maintain an on-camera policy for all virtual company meetings to foster engagement and collaboration. Reasonable exceptions may be granted with prior approval from Human Resources and/or the applicable manager or client.

FLSA & EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FLSA EXEMPT AND FULL-TIME POSITION

iWorks Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran status, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristic.



About the Company

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iWorks Corporation

iWorks Corporation, founded in 2005, is a leading provider of information technology and professional services to the federal government. We are a recognized leader in personnel security and vetting solutions, Agile, DevOps, DevSecOps, data analytics, and cloud solutions. Our continuous process improvement approach, combined with our business and technology expertise, results in innovative solutions. We’re a company people like working for and with. Our employees have selected iWorks as a Washington Post Top Workplace for five years, including 2020.

iWorks is responsible and committed to providing the best services to our clients. We strive to provide exceptional client service to our clients, enabling them to deliver high quality services to their clients and citizens in a secure, timely and operationally efficient manner.

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Internet Services
FOUNDED
2005
WEBSITE
https://www.iworkscorp.com/