Software Systems Engineer

ECS is seeking an experienced Software Systems Engineer to work remotely providing support for cloud-related application and infrastructure migration and modernization efforts performed under this contract for NIH NIAID Enabling and Advancing Technologies (NEAT) . This engagement supports the External Enterprise Software Development Support Services program area which includes the development, support, and maintenance of NIH enterprise applications managed by the Software Engineering Branch.

Please Note: This position is contingent upon [contract win]. Salary Range: $130,000 - $170,000 The NIAID NEAT Software Systems Engineer will supervise, coordinate and/or perform additions and changes to network hardware and operating systems, and attached devices; including investigation, analysis, recommendation, configuration, installation, and testing of new network hardware and software.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support in the day-to-day operations on network hardware and operating systems including the evaluation of system utilization, monitoring response time and primary support for detection and correction of operational problems.
• Troubleshoot at the physical level of the network, working with network measurement hardware and software, as well as physical checking and testing of hardware devices at the logical level working with communication protocols.
• Participate in planning design, technical review and implementation for new network infrastructure hardware and network operating systems for voice and data communication networks.
• Maintain network infrastructure standards including network communication protocols such as TCP/IP.
• Provide technical consultation, training and support to IT staff as designated by the government.
• Diagnose and resolve complex communication problems.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience supporting IT infrastructure, software, systems, and applications, including support teams and ensuring quality of service operations.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with large scalable web and mobile based applications.
• Experience performing investigation, analysis, recommendation, configuration, installation, and testing of new network hardware and software.
• Experience installing, configuring, and integrating custom solutions, COTS, GOTS, and FOSS into a larger collection of services and systems.
• Travel within the Washington DC Metro Area, and CONUS as needed.

Desired Skills

• Ability to lead, mentor, and guide engineering teams to ensure adherence to best practices.
• Relevant Certifications (e.g. AWS, Azure, Agile SAFe, DevOps, DevSecOps, CI/CD, CMMI, etc.)
• Experience with development automation, including GitOps, GitLab, or GitHub.
• Familiar with HHS Enterprise Life Cycle (ELPC) methodology.

ECS Federal LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction law. Everforth ECS is the federal segment of Everforth , a $4B global organization with over 10,000 employees. Our nearly 3,500 professionals deliver advanced technology solutions in data and AI, cybersecurity, and enterprise transformation, serving defense, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Our work powers mission-critical outcomes, strengthens technology partnerships, and creates meaningful opportunities for our people. We are defined by a commitment to excellence in delivery, a culture of innovation, and an environment where talent can thrive and grow.

We Value

• Attracting and developing top talent and high-performing teams
• Fostering a culture that is engaging, accountable, and mission-driven