SharePoint Systems Engineer

Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Location: Quantico, VA / NCR (Onsite) Clearance: Active Secret (Required)

Position Overview

The SharePoint Systems Engineer provides full-lifecycle administration, maintenance, security, and modernization of Microsoft SharePoint Server 2016 or higher, Microsoft Office SharePoint Server, and all associated applications across NIPR and SIPR environments. The role includes SQL Server administration, SharePoint on-premises upgrade planning/execution, and Azure/M365 hybrid integration. This position requires on-site presence and on-call availability to support mission-critical DoD operations.

Core Responsibilities

Cybersecurity & Vulnerability Management

· Manage and maintain vulnerability remediation for SharePoint and SQL servers in accordance with DoD cybersecurity requirements, STIGs, and reporting.

· Ensure compliance with RMF, patching cycles, and security hardening for Windows Server, SharePoint, and SQL Server.

Search, Services, and Farm Operations

· Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain SharePoint Search Service Application, including crawl components, index partitions, and query performance.

· Manage service applications, web applications, site collections, and Alternate Access Mappings (AAM).

· Administer SharePoint farm features, WSP solutions, and service application topology.

Architecture, Deployment & Upgrades

· Design and implement medium-scale SharePoint intranet/extranet farm topologies using Microsoft best practices.

· Plan and execute SharePoint on-premises upgrades, including:

o SharePoint 2013 2016

o SharePoint 2016 2019

o Database attach upgrades, compatibility checks, and pre-upgrade remediation

o Farm topology redesign and capacity planning

· Lead SharePoint/SQL Server migration activities, including content database migration, service application migration, and search topology rebuilds.

· Plan, test, and deploy Service Packs, Cumulative Updates, and security patches for SharePoint and SQL Server.

SQL Server Administration (SharePoint-Focused)

· Administer SQL Server instances supporting SharePoint farms, including:

o Database provisioning, configuration, and optimization

o Backup/restore strategies aligned with NIPR/SIPR requirements

o SQL AlwaysOn, clustering, and high-availability configurations

o Performance tuning (indexes, statistics, I/O optimization)

· Collaborate with DBA teams to ensure monthly disaster recovery testing, database integrity checks, and compliance with DoD data-handling requirements.

Documentation & Configuration Management

· Create and maintain NIPR/SIPR SharePoint and SQL Server infrastructure documentation, including architecture diagrams, deployment procedures, and service specifications.

· Produce a comprehensive SharePoint Configuration Document covering hardware, OS/software versions, service accounts, IP schema, hostnames, SQL topology, and service application architecture.

Cross-Team Collaboration

· Coordinate with Network Infrastructure, DBA, Cybersecurity, and Server Operations teams to resolve connectivity, DNS, load balancing, firewall, and database issues.

· Support cross-functional troubleshooting for performance, authentication, and integration issues across the portal ecosystem.

Desired Experience & Technical Skills

Platform & Server Expertise

· Experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2016 or higher.

· Deep knowledge of SharePoint Server administration, farm configuration, and upgrade/migration processes.

· Experience with SQL Server administration in a SharePoint environment (2016/2017/2019).

· Strong understanding of Active Directory, DNS, certificates, and enterprise networking.

Cloud & Hybrid Skills

· Experience with Azure administration and development, including hybrid identity and infrastructure integration.

· Experience evaluating, planning, migrating, deploying, and managing Microsoft 365 services in hybrid or government environments.

Automation & Troubleshooting

· Proficiency with PowerShell for SharePoint, SQL, and Windows Server automation.

· Ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and communicate network, database, and platform issues to peers and leadership.

Certifications / Experience Levels

· Three (3) years experience as an Azure Administrator Associate.

· Three (3) years experience as a Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate.

Required Qualifications

· Active Secret Clearance.

· On-site and on-call availability to support 24/7 operations.

· Demonstrated DoD domain knowledge, including NIPR/SIPR operations, cybersecurity mandates, and mission-critical system support.

Additional Competencies

· Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and stakeholder coordination.

· Ability to work in high-security, high-availability environments with strict change-control processes.

· Commitment to operational excellence, reliability, and mission support.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

WE ARE

AET Federal Inc. (“AET”) is certified as an 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Firm by US Small Business Administration and also certified by the Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity as Small, Minority Owned Business (SWaM). AET prides itself on efficient management and low overhead, thereby offering its clients high quality services at highly competitive prices. The fundamental distinction of our company is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the transportation, defense, intelligence, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. AET is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we understand our clients’ needs. In an industry that is constantly changing, AET is the face of stability.

ARE YOU READY FOR WHAT'S NEXT IN YOUR CAREER?

At AET, our success is defined by the knowledge, commitment, diversity, and satisfaction of our employees. Impactful Work. Smart Solutions. Meaningful Careers. AET fosters a creative and efficient work environment that revolves around a project team concept. We offer competitive salaries and an exceptional benefits package, and we are always seeking new candidates to join our team.