Systems Engineer - Germantown, MD

Expression

Systems Engineer - Germantown, MD

Germantown, MD
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Expression is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that the DOE environment is running the latest release of the software to include scheduled and emergency releases, running scripts to update the database as required by the application and conducting/coordinating testing internally and with the Payroll Team. In addition, work with the CF database administrator to ensure that ATAAPS application functions properly as Oracle upgrades and patches are applied. Work with the UNIX system administrator is also performed to ensure that current software is deployed and functioning properly in the Apache Tomcat environment.

    On a biweekly basis, work with the Payroll Team to process the DOE Time and Attendance records that are the basis for DOE employee pay. The process involves generation of the files, processing the files on the mainframe and multiple file transfer steps to ensure that the files are received by DFAS in Indianapolis for final payroll processing.

    In addition the successful candidate will need to provide Tier II support to the Help Desk and act as the primary point-of-contact between the DOE and ATAAPS technical teams.

    Responsibilities:

    • Processing the nightly file of Personnel transactions from the Corporate Human Resources Information System (CHRIS) and transferring files to DFAS via the Secure File Gateway (SFG) in Mechanicsburg.
    • Loading of DOEInfo tables to include updates to workforce, locator, SF-7 and SF-50 and other core tables.
    • Produce and deliver data extracts to DOE orgs and outside agencies.
    • Retrieve and process all biweekly payroll files from DFAS.
    • Process Monthly Department of Transportation SEET Data
    • Process Quarterly Federal Employee Workforce Report for Bureau of Labor Stats
    • Process Thrift Savings Plan Data – as requested

    Location:

    • Germantown, MD

    Minimum Experience:

    • Secret Clearance or higher
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Management, Accounting or other related discipline
    • Minimum of 6 years of intensive and progressive experience
    • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
    • Strong communication and collaboration skills

    Benefits:

    • 401k matching
    • PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
    • Education reimbursement
    • Complimentary life insurance
    • Generous PTO and holiday leave
    • Onsite office gym access
    • Commuter Benefits Plan

    About Expression:

    Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled