System Engineer SME

Overview: Nakupuna Prime is seeking a System Engineer SME to support the Army Human Resources Command. We are actively staffing contingent positions with a start date during the contract transition phase between December 12-26, 2025. The System Engineer will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for the design, implementation, security, and sustainment of the enterprise server infrastructure supporting HRC’s mission-critical applications and data services. This engineer will oversee a diverse ecosystem of Windows, Linux, virtualization, hyperconverged, web services, ESB, and enterprise logging platforms to ensure resilient, secure, and high-performing IT operations across on-premises and cloud environments. Responsibilities:The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions that may be required for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned.Core Server Engineering (Windows/Linux/Virtualization)

• Install, configure, secure, patch, and maintain enterprise Windows, Linux, VMware, Nutanix, and Citrix server environments supporting 600–700 systems.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, outages, and performance degradations to ensure uninterrupted system availability.
• Implement DISA STIGs, maintain RMF-required documentation, and ensure continuous cybersecurity compliance.
• Support system upgrades, migrations, backup operations, and recovery procedures across on-prem and cloud environments.

Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) / MoveIT / RightFax Engineering

• Engineer, configure, and sustain ESB, MoveIT, and RightFax platforms supporting secure data transfer across Army enterprise systems.
• Troubleshoot integration failures, message routing issues, and cross-system connectivity problems.
• Maintain secure data workflows and documentation aligned with Army cybersecurity and interoperability requirements.

ELK / SYSLOG Engineering

• Engineer, maintain, and optimize Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana (ELK) and SYSLOG logging platforms for enterprise monitoring.
• Develop ingestion pipelines, dashboards, alerts, and analytics supporting operational visibility and cyber monitoring.
• Apply DISA STIGs within required timelines and maintain documentation ensuring compliance.

IIS / Web Services Engineering

• Configure, maintain, and secure IIS and related web services, including SSL certificates, bindings, and load-balanced configurations.
• Troubleshoot HTTP service issues, optimize performance, and support application hosting environments.

Qualifications:Skills/Qualifications: The candidate must be self-motivated, pay close attention to detail, and have good oral and written communication skills. Additional certifications may be required as prescribed by DoDD 8140 (e.g., Network CE, Security CE, CASP CE).Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related discipline or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• (Preferred) Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and/or advanced training in systems integration, middleware, enterprise architecture, or related fields.

Clearance Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance. An interim is required before receiving a formal job offer.Work Location: Fort Knox, Kentucky. Telework may be authorized once approved by the Government.Physical Requirements: The ideal candidate must at a minimum be able to meet the following physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer.

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