Systems Engineer
- Responsible for the daily operation and health of Electronic Voting System (EVS). Provide support by performing daily system checks, monitoring availability of all hardware, software, and key processes, reviewing system logs, monitoring EVS during vote sessions, and verifying completion of all scheduled jobs and backups.
- Support the implementation of process improvements to enhance system performance and minimize downtime.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with guidance from senior engineers and SMEs, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
- Support day-to-day monitoring of system performance and use monitoring tools (e.g., Syslog-ng) to detect anomalies and take corrective actions.
- Maintain documentation for production issues, troubleshooting steps, and system configurations, contributing to the shared knowledge base.
- Work with a team and be willing to support operations on as needed basis.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- USAJobs Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform the major duties described above.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or other related engineering degree program from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
- 3 years or more Experience in production support, systems administration, or related technical roles.
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance at the Top-Secret level, it is a contingency of employment.
Desired skills
- Demonstrated performance as a team player.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated systems and equipment troubleshooting skills.
- Flexibility/Adaptability with type of work and work schedule.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with Linux OS a plus.
- Familiarity and experience with networking, including Cisco switches and routers a plus.
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. Applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email [email protected] for more information.
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. EOE.
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Conditions of Employment
- USAJobs Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform the major duties described above.
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, aerospace, or other related engineering degree program from an accredited college/university or equivalent experience.
- 3 years or more Experience in production support, systems administration, or related technical roles.
- Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment.
- You will be required to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance at the Top-Secret level, it is a contingency of employment.
Desired skills
- Demonstrated performance as a team player.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated systems and equipment troubleshooting skills.
- Flexibility/Adaptability with type of work and work schedule.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Familiarity with Linux OS a plus.
- Familiarity and experience with networking, including Cisco switches and routers a plus.
Hiring for this position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act. Applicants seeking veterans’ preference consideration should email [email protected] for more information.
Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactorily completing a criminal history records check. Employment with the U.S. House of Representatives is at-will. EOE.