DoD SkillBridge - Lead Client Engineer Intern

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company who focuses on designing, building, securing, and operating cutting-edge software solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence for Federal Government organizations. PSI supports the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC), Command & Control (C2) Mission Systems (C2MS) task order focused on delivery excellence, cost/schedule fidelity, and mission outcomes.

We are seeking a Lead Client Engineer to drive engineering, sustainment, and modernization of the C2MS client architecture across Air Force Special Operations environments. This senior role leads endpoint strategy, ensures cyber readiness, oversees deployments, and serves as the primary technical authority for client-side integrations that support C2, cyber operations, and enterprise situational awareness.

This position is ideal for transitioning service members with experience in IT, cyber operations, systems administration, maintenance, satellite communications, or similar technical fields.
The SkillBridge intern will gain hands-on experience in mentoring junior engineers, interfacing with government leadership, and steering client-related changes. You will help shape the future of C2MS mission client operations and ensure the reliability of the endpoints operators rely on daily.

Position Type: DoD SkillBridge (Fellowship/Internship) - Fulltime, Temporary (Unpaid per DoD policy)
• Duration: 90-180 days (preferred 120-180 days; target dates flexible based on command approval and candidate availability)
• Location: Onsite/Hybrid (CONUS) Hurlburt Field/Valparaiso FL Innovation Facility

• Technical Leadership & Architecture
  • Own the C2MS client engineering roadmap, lifecycle planning, and modernization initiatives.
  • Design and maintain Windows client baselines (Win11) optimized for performance, security, and mission tooling.
  • Oversee STIG/SRG implementation, SCAP compliance, and vulnerability remediation strategies.
  • Lead engineering reviews, design sessions, and change control activities.
• Endpoint Management & Automation
  • Architect and maintain deployments.
  • Develop and publish PowerShell automation to reduce build time, ensure configuration consistency, and eliminate drift.
• Cybersecurity Integration
  • Lead integration with HBSS/ePO, ACAS/Tenable, endpoint protection, host firewall policies, and certificate management.
  • Drive compliance reporting, POA&M mitigation, and RMF support for clientrelated controls.
• Operations & Troubleshooting
  • Act as Tier 3/Subject Matter Expert for complex client issues affecting mission operations.
  • Coordinate with Comm Squadrons, server teams, IA, and mission partners during deployment or incident response.
  • Validate client-to-service connectivity: DNS, PKI, GPO, cert trust, authentication, proxies, services, and registration.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
  • Serve as the primary client engineering POC for government customers, auditors, and program leadership.
  • Provide direction and mentoring to client engineering staff.
  • Publish SOPs, runbooks, deployment guides, and engineering standards.

• Eligibility: Currently serving U.S. Service Member eligible for DoD SkillBridge (command approval required).
• Experience:
  • 5+ years experience as a Windows Client Engineer in DoD or enterprise environments.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects or engineering workstreams.
  • Strong PowerShell scripting skills.
  • Excellent documentation, communication, and change-management skills.
• Clearance: Active T3 investigation, with the ability to obtain and maintain necessary security clearances as required for access to classified information.

• Direct experience with C2MS, SAMS Family of Systems or AF C2/Cyber platforms.
• Experience with SIPR client builds and cross-domain considerations.
• Certifications:
  • Security+ (DoD 8570 baseline)
  • Microsoft Endpoint Associate/Expert
  • ITIL, GIAC, or other cyber certifications
• Familiarity with VDI technologies (Horizon/Citrix).
• Experience improving compliance metrics or creating automated cyber reporting.

• Compensation & Status
  • This is an unpaid DoD SkillBridge opportunity for qualifying transitioning Service Members.
  • Participants remain on active-duty orders and continue to receive military pay/benefits from their Service during the fellowship.

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a 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 by emailing HRDepartment@plan-sys.com, or by dialing 703-575-8400.