Job Title
Advanced Systems Engineer
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)
Position Overview
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS), Criminal Investigations Division (CID), is seeking an Advanced Systems Engineer to support the Digital Forensic Lab (DFL). This position functions in a senior technical capacity, serving as a systems administrator, domain administrator, network engineer, and technical advisor. The role is critical to maintaining secure, high-availability forensic infrastructure supporting criminal investigations.
This is a staff augmentation, onsite-only position based in Phoenix, AZ.
Position Details
- Position Type: Staff Augmentation
- Hours per Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Billing Type: Hourly
- Projected Start Date: June 1, 2026
- Duration: 1 year (with possible extension)
- Work Location: 16212 N. 28th Ave., Suite 100, Phoenix, AZ 85053
- Work Setting: Onsite (Remote work not authorized)
Key Responsibilities
- Perform duties as a systems administrator, domain administrator, network engineer, and systems advisor for the Digital Forensic Lab (DFL).
- Design, implement, manage, and maintain complex network and systems architecture.
- Administer and maintain Active Directory domains, including Domain Controllers, DNS, DHCP, and Windows member servers.
- Provide expert-level management and support for network, server, storage, and forensic lab infrastructure.
- Maintain, update, and troubleshoot Network Attached Storage (NAS), including archival backup systems.
- Support servers, NAS, lab networks, forensic workstations, and client systems as needed.
- Configure and deploy forensic workstations and related hardware.
- Maintain antivirus systems, licensing (software, dongles, user licenses), and system updates.
- Work collaboratively with Certified Forensic Computer Examiners (CFCEs) to resolve hardware/software issues and assist with technology procurement.
- Develop detailed system documentation, network mapping, and technical reports.
- Archive and restore case files, including tape library operations.
- Ensure systems meet AZDPS and DFL standards.
- Provide expert testimony in court proceedings regarding system integrity and data security, as required.
Required Skills &
QualificationsRequired Technical Skills
- Expert-level experience managing:
- Cisco Catalyst network hardware
- Hewlett-Packard (Aruba) networking solutions
- Mellanox / NVIDIA networking (Cumulus / NVue)
- Expert-level experience with Lenovo Unified Storage solutions (NetApp FAS).
- Advanced knowledge of network architecture, engineering, and system design.
- Advanced Windows Server administration and enterprise networking.
- Experience maintaining archival backups and NAS production systems.
- Familiarity with TrueNAS environments.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience working on comparable technical projects.
- Prior experience working on government projects.
- At least 2 years of computer administration experience supporting a large enterprise environment (1,000+ employees).
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in:
- Computer Information Systems, or
- A closely related field
Preferred Skills
- Experience with system testing and performance analysis tools.
- Project planning and management for complex technical initiatives.
- Domain user provisioning and infrastructure enhancement.
- Server and file server upgrade and maintenance.
- Experience with tape libraries for data archival and restoration.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to create and maintain complex technical documentation.
Security & Compliance Requirements
- Background Check and Drug Screening required (HireRight).
- Security Clearance: Required.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Candidate Requirements (Mandatory)
- Local candidates only (must reside locally at time of submission).
- Resume must clearly state current location.
- Must be available for in-person interviews within one week of posting close date.
- Must be able to start within two weeks of receiving an offer.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights or weekends as required by DFL operations.
Additional Information
- No travel required.
- Tentative start date is dependent on interview completion, onboarding, and issuance of a state purchase order (PO).
- Work location is in the vicinity of Greenway Rd and I-17, Phoenix, AZ.