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title: 'Chief Engineer (Network / Systems Engineering Lead) at Computer World Services'
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# Chief Engineer (Network / Systems Engineering Lead) at Computer World Services

- **Company:** Computer World Services
- **Location:** Colorado Springs, CO
- **Compensation:** $155k–$200k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-07-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc/1543d424-4c8b-4715-b158-1788e9be2157

## Job description

Serves as the senior technical authority for network architecture, systems engineering, and technical integration across a consolidated, multi-site DoD enterprise. Owns technical solution integrity, engineering change management, secure architecture, and technical risk across all supported installations, spanning both legacy sustainment and modernization.

## Key Tasks & Responsibilities

- Serves as technical lead for network infrastructure design, sustainment, and lifecycle / technology refresh across all supported sites.
- Owns the Engineering Change Proposal (ECP) process and the technical configuration baseline.
- Ensures interoperability across consolidated legacy systems and leads technical transition planning.
- Provides engineering authority for secure and classified mission systems and their required availability.
- Coordinates with cybersecurity / ISSM staff on secure architecture and Risk Management Framework (RMF) / Authority to Operate (ATO) engineering decisions.
- Leads modernization engineering, including zero trust architecture (ZTA), DevSecOps, hybrid / commercial cloud, and AI-enabled operations (AIOps).
- Serves as the technical escalation point for complex outages, capacity, and performance issues.
- Represents the contractor engineering position in Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
- Owns COMSEC, TEMPEST, and spectrum considerations where they intersect network architecture.
- Drives technical documentation, design verification, and compliance with applicable DoD architecture, RMF, and spectrum standards.

Education & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Computer / Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field (Master's preferred).
- 10+ years of network / systems engineering experience, including 5+ years in a lead or chief engineer role.
- Experience engineering or sustaining DoD network infrastructure; exposure to secure / classified systems.
- Modernization experience (zero trust, cloud, DevSecOps) and RMF / ATO familiarity strongly preferred.
- USSF/USAF or DoD space mission environment experience preferred.

Certifications

- Senior network certification such as CCNP or CCIE may be required.
- DoD 8140/8570-aligned IAT Level II or III (e.g., Security+, CySA+, or higher) may be required.

Security Clearance

- Active Top Secret (TS) clearance required; eligibility for TS/SCI may be required for certain work areas.
- U.S. citizenship required.

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

- Hybrid position in the Colorado Springs, CO area; recurring presence at supported installations (travel estimated up to 25%).
- Fast-paced 24/7/365 mission-support environment; occasional after-hours support for major outages or engineering events.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr@cwsc.com.

## About Computer World Services

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Computer World Services Corp. (CWS) is a privately held IT services provider that delivers enterprise-wide solutions, digital transformation, and cybersecurity support to U.S. Defense and Civilian federal agencies.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Bootstrapped)
- **Headquarters**: Washington, D.C., USA (also has offices in Fairview Heights, IL; Falls Church, VA; St. Louis, MO; and Scott AFB, IL)
- **Founded**: 1990
- **Founders**: Frank Hameed (President and CEO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry/industries: Information Technology (IT) services, federal government contracting, cybersecurity, digital transformation.
- Target customers: U.S. federal government (Defense and Civilian agencies) – strictly B2G (Business-to-Government).
- Mission or purpose statement: Not explicitly stated, but the company emphasizes delivering “quality, value, and technological innovation” with a commitment to integrity and excellence in service delivery.

## Products & Services
- **Enterprise IT Solutions**: Full lifecycle IT support including network operations, systems administration, help desk, and infrastructure management.
- **Cybersecurity Services**: Cybersecurity operations, CSSP (Cybersecurity Service Provider) engineering and team leadership, threat monitoring, and compliance.
- **Digital Transformation & Process Optimization**: Modernization of legacy systems, cloud migration, and business process re-engineering for federal clients.
- **DevSecOps**: Integration of security into development and operations pipelines, including software development and application/web support.

All offerings are delivered as services (IT services, managed services, consulting) rather than SaaS or hardware products.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Total employees: ~400 (as of latest data). Revenue not publicly available.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors listed; the company was founded organically by Frank Hameed. Key partners are federal agencies (DoD, civilian departments).
- **Growth Signals**: Talent footprint has expanded across 19 states and 140 cities. The company supports 100% remote and hybrid work models. Consistently high ratings in federal programs.

## Competitive Advantages
- **30+ Years of Federal Experience**: Deep understanding of government contracting, compliance, and security requirements.
- **Proven Track Record**: Recognized for consistent performance and high ratings in federal programs (e.g., past performance ratings).
- **Flexible Workforce**: Ability to deploy talent across CONUS and OCONUS, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote roles.
- **Employee-Focused Benefits**: Competitive benefits package (see below) and a culture that supports work-life balance.

## Strategic Focus
- **Current Priorities**: Continue serving Defense and Civilian federal customers by expanding IT, cybersecurity, and digital transformation capabilities. Leverage a remote/hybrid talent model to attract skilled professionals nationwide.
- **Direction for Growth**: Likely organic growth through contract wins and recompete wins; no indication of M&A or external funding.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture Highlights**: Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting national security and federal operations. Emphasis on integrity and excellence.
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy**: Hybrid workspace – employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work. Many roles are fully remote; on-site positions exist at government facilities (e.g., Scott AFB, IL; Washington, D.C.).
- **Notable Perks & Benefits** (from [cwsc.com/employee-benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/)):
  - Medical, dental, and vision plans (United Healthcare)
  - 15 days PTO accrued from day one + 11 company holidays
  - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per year
  - 401(k) with 4% company match (Safe Harbor, 100% vested immediately)
  - Short & long-term disability (100% employer-paid)
  - Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
  - Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
  - Commuter benefits (pre-tax transit and parking)
  - Employee Assistance Program
  - Generous parental leave (from Built In)
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on cybersecurity, network operations, DevSecOps, and systems engineering. Use of AI in hiring process (applicants are informed). Strong support for professional development via tuition reimbursement.

## Sources
1. [cwsc.com – Home](https://cwsc.com/)
2. [cwsc.com – Careers](https://cwsc.com/careers/)
3. [cwsc.com – Employee Benefits](https://cwsc.com/employee-benefits/)
4. [jobs.lever.co/cwsc – Current Openings](https://jobs.lever.co/cwsc)
5. [builtin.com – Computer World Services Corp. Profile](https://builtin.com/company/computer-world-services-corp)

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