Systems Engineer II

Post Date

Aug 20, 2025

Location

Suffolk,
Virginia

ZIP/Postal Code

23435
US
Nov 03, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

System Administrator

Req #

NOR-665a50bb-658f-433d-92ff-b6db325d2e43

Pay Rate

$42 - $53 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Systems Engineer II to support a federal client in Suffolk, Va. The Systems Engineer will be providing technical engineering, integration, and rapid prototyping solutions in support of Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) joint and coalition training environments. This position is integral to responding to emergent operational requirements and supporting the execution of large-scale joint training events. The candidate will contribute to the design, implementation, testing, and sustainment of interoperable and secure systems that support Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) and coalition operations. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
· Develop and integrate systems that meet emerging LVC training requirements and modernization goals.

· Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to document architectures and system designs.

· Interface with solution teams within and outside of the Joint Staff to develop and integrate innovative capabilities.

· Design, build, test, and deploy rapid solutions to meet short-term and emergent training needs.

· Support technology evaluation, proof-of-concept demonstrations, and iterative development cycles.

· Engineer cloud-native and hybrid cloud solutions aligned with DOD enterprise policies.

· Support JTEN and JTEN-Expeditionary (JTEN-X) configurations and cloud integration.

· Design and implement zero trust architecture components.

· Collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements and support Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).

· Prepare systems and capabilities for integration into large-scale exercises such as EC and LSGE.

· Ensure system readiness and interoperability in a multi-domain, multi-national environment.

· Integrate enterprise-wide data services and dynamic threat modeling capabilities.

· Leverage ML/AI for threat emulation, decision support, and performance assessment tools.

Compensation:

$45/hr to $50hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Required Skills & Experience

· 5 years experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.

· DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security+ CE)

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

· Experience supporting Joint or DoD training environments (Live/Virtual/Constructive).

· Strong background in systems integration, cloud infrastructure, and zero trust security.

· Familiarity with tools and systems such as:

o JTEN/JTEN-X

o MPE (Mission Partner Environment)

o CDS (Cross Domain Solutions)

o JADC2 and CJADC2 frameworks

· Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical projects in a fast-paced environment.

· Prior support to large-scale exercises or operational test events.

· AWS/Azure/GCP Cloud Certifications

· Systems Engineering Certifications (INCOSE CSEP)

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.