Systems Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly)
Company websiteparsons.com (Parsons, opens in new tab)
Base salary $103,500 to $181,100
Employer-published annual base salary, USD. Advertised base range in Maryland
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- LocationMaryland
- WorkplaceWorkplace not stated
- Status at last checkSource accepting applications when checked
- Last checked (1 h ago) · observed since
About this job
Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to engineer projects that will develop and implement next-generation IT tools, systems, and capabilities to help revolution the cyber battlefield and ensure the superiority of our cyber forces over our adversaries. You'll coordinate with external entities, work with our administrators and engineers to ensure ample support, work with developers to build and modify the required software, support testers to ensure the mission effect is achieved.
What You'll Be Doing:
Evaluate, develop, and deliver technical input to the systems engineering process
Develop technical documentation, system architecture, and system design documentation
Interact with the Government regarding Systems Engineering technical considerations and for associated problems, issues, or conflicts
Oversee the technical integrity of work performed and deliverables associated with the Systems Engineering area of responsibility
Communicate with other program personnel, Government overseers, and senior executives
Guide system development and implementation planning through assessment or preparation of system engineering management plans and system integration and test plans
Analyze complex information and independently takes appropriate actions to resolve problems
Provide engineering guidance to technical staff and establishes effective working relationships with other Government agencies and mission partners
Deliver briefings on complex topics to groups, which may include high-level decision makers
Work complex research projects as senior contributors and as part of an integrated research team
Design and deliver solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Active TS/SCI w/Poly
Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in System Engineering or related discipline and 5 years of systems engineering experience. 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Active DoD 8570 IASAE Level II Certification or higher. Ex: CISSP, CASP+CE, CSSLP
Preferred / Desired Skills:
Master's degree and 3+ years of experience
Exposure to Cloud/AWS
A problem solver who can get in, be given a project, and use engineering skills to determine a solution
Knowledge of DoD Architecture Framework (DODAF)
Able to build systems from the ground up – network architecture/systems engineering
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI w/Polygraph security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
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Pay in context
This role's base floor ($103,500) is above 1% of the 207 Software Engineering roles in Maryland listed on this site; 12 others list the same floor. Their median floor is $131,800; the middle half runs from $113,200 to $162,000.
Only jobs on this site count, and each one publishes a base salary of $100,000 or more, so this compares six-figure jobs with each other, not with the whole market. Computed Nov 6, 2026.
This listingSystems Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly)$103,500 to $181,100
Construction Surveillance Technician - CST$103,500 to $181,100
Principal Process Engineer$103,500 to $181,100
Deputy Program Manager$103,500 to $181,100
Workflow Support Specialist$103,500 to $181,100
Scheduler$103,500 to $181,100
Security Cooperation Manager$103,500 to $181,100
Chart as a table
| Role | Published base |
|---|---|
| Systems Engineer (TS/SCI w/Poly) (this listing) | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Construction Surveillance Technician - CST | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Principal Process Engineer | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Deputy Program Manager | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Workflow Support Specialist | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Scheduler | $103,500 - $181,100 |
| Security Cooperation Manager | $103,500 - $181,100 |
Observed changes
- Began meeting the published-salary criteria
- First observed on the employer's board
- Observed since
- Employer-stated posting date
- 2026-07-17
Where this pay comes from
Location as the employer wrote it: US - MD (Field Location)
Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
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