Systems Engineer

REQUIRED:  Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
LOCATION:  Full-time, onsite in Chantilly, VA

We are hiring for a Systems Engineer with the technical depth and systems‑thinking mindset to design, secure, and optimize complex IT infrastructures across modern cloud environments. In this role, you will architect and deploy scalable, reliable, and secure solutions in AWS and Azure, ensuring mission‑critical systems operate with precision and resilience. You will lead efforts in system security and compliance, implementing safeguards, conducting comprehensive risk assessments, and supporting accreditation activities such as ATO and ATD under established NIST frameworks.  

Who We Are:
Ardent Principles delivers cutting‑edge capabilities across data science, data engineering, software engineering, AI solutions, cybersecurity, staff augmentation, and IT program management. We thrive at the intersection of mission, technology, and innovation.

Passionate Integrity, Driven by Excellence
At Ardent Principles, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers rooted in purpose. Our competitive salary ranges and industry‑leading benefits are designed to support long‑term stability, growth, and overall well‑being. We’re committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work and feel valued while doing it.

Join us as we continue building the future of secure, high‑impact solutions.