Sr Systems Engineer (Federal/DOD)

TL;DR

Sr Systems Engineer (Federal/DOD): Providing technical pre-sales support and architectural strategies for data resilience and security within the DoD and IC sectors with an accent on POC implementation, technical demonstrations, and backup/DR strategies. Focus on designing complex data protection solutions for government cloud environments and aligning business objectives with technical requirements.

Location: Remote, but candidates must reside in the DC/MD/VA area

Salary: $168,300 — $312,600 USD (Zone 3)

Company

hirify.global is the Data and AI Trust Company, specializing in helping organizations ensure their data and AI are fully understood, secured, and resilient.

What you will do

• Conduct live and virtual customer presentations and technical demonstrations for DoD decision makers.
• Implement and manage Proof of Concepts (POCs) to technical closure.
• Collaborate with partners and customers to translate business objectives into technical requirements.
• Provide expert technical consulting on data protection, backup, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Support lead generation activities including events, webinars, and user groups.
• Work closely with Product Management to provide customer feedback based on software evaluations.

Requirements

• Active Top Secret Clearance is required.
• Must reside in the DC/MD/VA area.
• Experience with Federal mission/program requirements (DoD/IC).
• Proficiency in VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, AHV, RHV, Windows Server, and SQL Server.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platforms (government cloud).
• Knowledge of NIST 800, STIG, FedRAMP, and ATO processes.
• Ability to travel 50–75%.

Nice to have

• Industry-relevant professional certifications.
• Experience with AI Platforms such as Varonis or BIG ID.

Culture & Benefits

• Unlimited paid time off, plus global hirify.globale Days for self-care and paid volunteer hours.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage from the first day.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid parental leave (8 weeks for all parents, 16 weeks for birthing parents).
• Access to professional training via LinkedIn Learning, O’Reilly, and internal mentoring.
• Unique perks including AirVet virtual veterinary care and Maven fertility/surrogacy support.