TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal

Piper Companies is seeking a TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal to support a government-focused defense and intelligence environment. The TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal role is ideal for an experienced engineer with deep expertise in VDI architecture, virtualization technologies, and secure enterprise systems who is looking to make a direct impact in a mission-critical setting.

Responsibilities of the TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal:

• Design and define VDI architecture to support secure and scalable enterprise environments.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address technical challenges and achieve mission objectives.

• Support high-performance, fast-paced environments with strict operational expectations.

• Manage and optimize virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) environments to ensure reliability and performance.

• Perform pre-production testing to validate stability, compatibility, and functionality of VDI updates.

• Implement automation and workflow optimization using scripting tools such as PowerShell.

• Monitor and maintain VDI environments using industry tools and best practices.

• Apply DISA STIG compliance standards to maintain secure system configurations.

• Maintain and manage thin clients using management platforms such as Wyse Management tools.

• Support profile management solutions and ensure optimal user experience across VDI systems.

• Document system designs, configurations, and operational procedures.

Qualifications of the TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal:

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 8+ years of relevant systems engineering experience.

• Active TS/SCI clearance required.

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) required.

• Hands-on experience with Omnissa Horizon hosted on vSphere.

• Experience managing thin clients using tools such as Wyse Management.

• Strong understanding of Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and their impact on VDI environments.

• Experience with profile management tools and solutions.

• Familiarity with VDI monitoring tools such as Liquidware Stratusphere.

• Proficiency in scripting languages, especially PowerShell.

• Knowledge of Image as Code tools such as HashiCorp Packer.

• Familiarity with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.

• Experience with endpoint security tools such as CrowdStrike or Trellix is preferred.

• Experience with FSLogix, Dell Wyse Management Suite, and application packaging tools is a plus.

Compensation for the TS/SCI Systems Engineer Principal includes:

• Salary range: $145,000 - $175,000

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

• Opportunity to support a mission-critical federal program

• Onsite work environment with collaborative team structure

This job opens for applications on 06/28/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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