Systems Administrator / Systems Infrastructure Lead

Cwsc
Scott AFB, IL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Best suited to candidates with extensive experience in DoD/Army infrastructure and a strong background in systems administration working in mission-critical environments.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 5+ years in DoD/Army enclave systems administration and a focus on mission-critical infrastructure
    — “5+ years of enterprise systems administration (Windows/Linux server, virtualization, SAN/NAS, Active Directory)
  • Individuals with experience managing STIG-hardened systems and supporting SIPRNet-connected mission systems
    — “Experience in a DoD/Army enclave with STIG-hardened systems
  • Candidates who have served as primary technical points of contact in high-stakes environments
    — “Serves as the primary technical point of contact and Capability Lead for systems infrastructure services

Things to consider

  • On-site presence is required, even during base closures or contingencies
    — “Mission Essential on-site reporting during base closures/contingencies

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with Active Directory and mission-critical backup/DR systems in your resume and interviews
    — “Administer user accounts and security groups for in-scope Active Directory domains
  • Emphasize your ability to manage and maintain physical/virtual server OS environments
    — “Install, configure, patch, and maintain physical/virtual server OS (Windows Server 2019/2022, RHEL 8/9), SAN/NAS (NetApp ONTAP), and VMware vSphere/vCenter
  • Showcase your familiarity with enterprise tools like SCCM and SolarWinds
    — “Manage enterprise tools (SCCM, SolarWinds) and support critical service restoration priorities during contingencies
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · CompanyLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • reliable server infrastructure
  • secure user management
  • efficient data recovery
Typical background
systems administration experiencebackground in DoD/Army IT

Skills & requirements

Required

Windows ServerRHELSan/nasActive DirectoryVmware Vsphere/vcenterData Backup And RecoveryEnterprise Tools Management

Preferred

Siprnet-connected Mission Systems

Stack & domain

Windows ServerRHELSan/nasVmware Vsphere/vcenterActive DirectoryData Backup And RecoveryEnterprise ToolsSCCMSolarwindsSiprnetStig-hardened SystemsVeeamCommvaultNetapp OntapDodm 8140.03Security+Cysa+Microsoft/linux/vmwareDod/army EnclaveMission EssentialContingenciesPrivileged AccessResidential QualificationTechnical LeadershipTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingAttention To DetailSecurity AwarenessSystems Administration

About the role

Original posting from Cwsc via Lever

Leads systems administration for all in-scope physical and virtual server infrastructure, storage, and Active Directory services supporting U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) C4ISR and distribution operations worldwide. Serves as the primary technical point of contact and Capability Lead for systems infrastructure services. This role is designated Mission Essential and must perform during contingencies.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Install, configure, patch, and maintain physical/virtual server OS (Windows Server 2019/2022, RHEL 8/9), SAN/NAS (NetApp ONTAP), and VMware vSphere/vCenter

Administer user accounts and security groups for in-scope Active Directory domains

Operate data backup and recovery (Veeam) meeting Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective for mission-critical systems

Manage enterprise tools (SCCM, SolarWinds) and support critical service restoration priorities during contingencies

Education & Experience:

5+ years of enterprise systems administration (Windows/Linux server, virtualization, SAN/NAS, Active Directory)

DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start; Residential Qualification for privileged access

Experience in a DoD/Army enclave with STIG-hardened systems

Backup/DR tooling experience (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, or equivalent)

Familiarity with SIPRNet-connected mission systems

Certifications:

DCWF Work Role 411 - Systems Administrator, Intermediate proficiency. Common qualifying certifications: Security+ or CySA+, plus a computing-environment certification (e.g., Microsoft/Linux/VMware)

Security Clearance:

  • Secret clearance

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

  • Scott Air Force Base, Illinois; Mission Essential on-site reporting during base closures/contingencies.

Compensation:

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core requirements of the position.

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.

Source: Cwsc careers (Lever)

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