Senior Systems Engineer
Job details at a glance
| Agency | Congressional Budget Office |
|---|---|
| Department | Legislative Branch |
| Location | Washington, District of Columbia |
| Salary | $135,000–$185,000 per year |
| Grade | AD 00 |
| Schedule | Full-time |
| Occupation series | Information Technology Management (2210) |
| Openings | 1 |
| Hiring paths | Open to the public |
| Posted | Oct 28, 2026 |
| Application deadline | Nov 13, 2026 |
| Telework eligible | Yes |
| Remote job | No |
| Security clearance | Other |
| Relocation expenses reimbursed | No |
| Promotion potential | None |
About this job
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to Congress. The Information Resource Management and Technology Services Unit within the Management, Business, and Information Services Division seeks a Senior Systems Engineer with experience in cloud computing, systems architecture, software development, and information technology operations and management.
Duties
The successful candidate will design, implement, maintain, and administer on-premises and cloud-based information systems infrastructure; manage cloud environments such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Microsoft Azure; monitor system performance and resolve complex technical issues; and develop secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions. Responsibilities also include automation, cloud security, backup and recovery, disaster recovery, and compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements. The successful candidate must manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, translate complex business requirements into technical solutions, and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications Experience: at least 8 years in cloud engineering, cloud computing, systems engineering or a related field. Focus: designing and leading cloud and systems architecture, automation, cloud security and disaster recovery. Education: bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science, technology management or a related field preferred, but not required. Certification: CompTIA Security+ preferred.
Education
A bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science, technology management, or a related field is preferred but not required. Preferred certification: CompTIA Security+. Optional certifications: AWS SysOps Administrator, Azure Developer, or Azure DevOps Engineer.
Requirements
US citizenship or current permanent residents seeking citizenship. Ability to obtain a Tier 2 (public trust) clearance.
Evaluations
Your application includes your resume, responses to the on-line questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a not qualified determination. Those who aren't qualified will be informed and not considered further. Others will be referred to the hiring division for further consideration.
How to apply
Please submit a cover letter, a résumé, and contact information for three references at www.cbo.gov/careers. To ensure consideration, apply by November 13, 2026; CBO may stop accepting applications at any time after that date. This position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 as made applicable to CBO by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.
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Cover Letter, resume, contact information for three references. See 'How to Apply' for instructions.
What to expect next
You will receive an email confirming that you have applied to the position. Once your application is reviewed, it will be forwarded to the hiring division if you are qualified. If you don't meet qualifications, you will be informed by email and your application will not be considered further. All qualified candidates will be informed by email when the position has been filled.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. To learn more: https://www.cbo.gov/about/careers/benefits.
Other information
This position follows a hybrid work schedule and requires employees to work in person in the Washington, D.C., office on designated core days. Additional in-office days may be required on the basis of operational needs, such as on-site support of the agency's infrastructure and data center operations. The position may require periodic travel (approximately once per month) to the agency's alternate computer facility. Full-time telework is not available for this position. CBO is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/V/D
Frequently asked questions
How much does this Senior Systems Engineer job pay?
The announcement lists a salary of $135,000–$185,000 per year (AD 00).
When is the last day to apply?
Applications close on Nov 13, 2026 — 2 days from today.
Where is this job located?
This position is located in Washington, District of Columbia with the Congressional Budget Office.
How do I apply?
Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.
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