IT Systems Engineer

M9 Solutions is dedicated to providing IT services and solutions to the Federal Government by mobilizing the right people, skills, clearance levels, and technologies to help organizations that desire improved performance and modern, sustainable change. M9 has provided quality IT services and support to more than 30 Federal Agencies and multiple commercial customers nationwide. Our capabilities include IT Talent Solutions, Data Delivery & Analytics, Cyber Security, Cloud Migration, Applications and Infrastructure, Software Development, and Finance & Accounting.

M9 Solutions is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to work onsite in support of a government contract for a client located in Sunnyvale, CA. An active Secret clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the digital ecosystem across production and testing environments, ensuring all systems remain efficient, secure, and reliable.
• System Administration (Linux/UNIX, Windows, embedded hardware) – deploy, configure, harden, troubleshoot, and support disaster recovery (NetBackup/Veeam).
• Storage Management – install, secure, and monitor NetApp or other NAS/SAN solutions.
• Cyber Compliance – apply STIGs, manage patches/upgrades, perform trusted downloads, and maintain RMF-based compliance.
• Change & Asset Management – execute changes using change management tools and keep asset inventories up to date.
• Operational Support – work onsite during day shift business hours; provide after hours support when critical operations demand it.
• Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing – lead technical best practice discussions, mentor peers, and coordinate with functional teams to resolve issues.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Current Security+ certification.

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Full-Time Employee Compensation

• M9 Solutions’ pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the position, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, as well as internal equity, location, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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Salary Range

$100,000—$190,000 USD

M9 Solutions, LLC (M9) is a Federal subcontractor and complies with all applicable federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). M9 also adheres to the affirmative action requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), ensuring equal opportunity for protected veterans. If you wish to voluntarily share that you are an individual with a disability, you are welcome to do so at any point in the application or employment process; M9 does not require this information, and it will not affect your candidacy. If you need accommodation during the application process or encounter difficulties using our website, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 703-936-0880.

M9 Solutions is a proud participant in the Virginia Values Veterans (V3) program and supports the Military Medics and Corpsmen (MMAC) initiative, demonstrating our commitment to hiring and supporting veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and dependents. 

With 15+ years of proven delivery and growth, M9 Solutions is a unique small business with credible past performance and key capabilities offering project management services, solution architects, business analysts, program managers, technical architects, and technical consultants. M9 was recognized as an Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, and 2012. M9 Solutions believes that work should be fun, rewarding, and something everyone can be excited about. We offer a competitive compensation package and value diverse perspectives in driving the vision of the company.