ZenPoint Solutions LLC (“ZenPoint Solutions”) is a rapidly expanding Information Technology (IT) services company in the federal sector. We foster a thriving, ambitious work environment that prioritizes employee well-being and a positive company culture. We invite you to join our team and help us shape a dynamic future as we deliver innovative solutions to address the nation's most critical IT missions.

Clearance Requirement: Candidates must possess and maintain a Top Secret clearance

Work Location: Lorton, VA - This position may require occasional travel to State Annexes within the DMV area

Work Schedule: Requires five (5) days onsite at the customer's facility

Position Overview: One of our Department of State customers is seeking a technically skilled and customer-focused Senior Systems Engineer to lead technical engagements in a dynamic lab environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Active Directory, Windows Server, Linux, and networking, and will serve as the technical lead during customer-facing lab projects. This role partners closely with Project Managers to ensure successful solution delivery while supporting lab-based testing, validation, and deployment work.

• Serve as the technical lead during customer engagements, especially in lab-based proof-of-concept or testing scenarios
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for customers during lab-related activities
• Collaborate with Project Managers to gather customer requirements and translate them into lab configurations or test plans
• Design, build, and troubleshoot Active Directory and Windows Server setups in isolated or hybrid lab environments
• Provide configuration and support expertise for Linux systems in the lab
• Set up and maintain networking components (VLANs, switches, firewalls, routing) within the lab to simulate customer environments
• Guide customers through demos, evaluations, and testing phases using lab resources
• Document lab designs, test results, and technical procedures
• Escalate and track technical issues to ensure customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a United States Citizen and present proof of Citizenship, if selected
• 5+ years of experience in a technical systems role, preferably in lab or testing environments
• Strong hands-on experience with:
• Active Directory administration and design
• Windows Server (2016/2019/2022)
• Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL, or CentOS preferred)
• Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, etc.)
• Experience in building and managing lab environments for testing, customer simulations, or validation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications such as:
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• RHCSA or CompTIA Linux+
• CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA
• Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere, Hyper-V)
• Familiarity with scripting and automation (PowerShell, Bash)
• Experience in federal or enterprise-level IT labs is a strong plus

Company Benefits: We take care of your well-being here at ZenPoint Solutions! Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy. We also offer group and voluntary life insurance for financial security, and short-term and long-term disability insurance to provide peace of mind in case of unexpected illness or injury. You'll have the option to contribute to a 401(k)-retirement plan with company matching contributions to save for the future. We also offer flexible spending accounts to help manage medical and dependent care costs on a pre-tax basis. On top of that, you'll enjoy a generous paid leave policy, including federal holidays, to maintain a healthy work-life balance. To help you grow in your career, we offer professional development opportunities and a tuition assistance program.

Commitment to Equality: At ZenPoint Solutions, we value diverse perspectives and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.