Cyber Systems Administrator- Kirtland AFB, NM 1

Serco; Socorro (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Serco is seeking a Cyber Systems Administrator to support the DMOC-IDE team at the 705th CTS. You will administer hybrid Windows Server and Red Hat environments enabling Live-Virtual-Constructive training for Air Force and coalition forces.

Responsibilities include AD/GPO management, patching, hardening, and DR planning, with VMware ESXi/vCenter virtualization and DoD compliance. The role requires an active DoD Secret clearance, U.S.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of experience OR an Associate’s degree with 7 years’ experience OR a high school diploma with 9 years’ experience.
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent) is required.
• Strong Windows Server and RHEL administration skills, AD/GPOs, patching, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022) and RHEL in a multi-user environment.
• Manage Active Directory, user accounts, group policies, and access controls.
• Perform patching, hardening, and compliance with cybersecurity teams.
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability.
• Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations.
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, OS, and system software.
• Manage storage, virtualization (VMware ESXi/vCenter), and file systems.

Skills

Windows Server

RHEL

Active Directory

Patch management

VMware ESXi

Scripting

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree +5 yrs

Associate’s degree +7 yrs

HS diploma +9 yrs

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking a Cyber Systems Administrator to support the DMOC-IDE team at the 705th CTS. This role focuses on administering and maintaining hybrid Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments that enable Live-Virtual-Constructive training for Air Force, Joint, and Coalition forces. Support mission-critical training systems for U.S. and coalition warfighters while working with modern enterprise infrastructure and technologies in a dynamic operational environment.

In This Role, You Will

• Administer and maintain Windows Server (2019/2022) and RHEL systems in a multi-user environment
• Manage Active Directory, user accounts, group policies, and access controls
• Perform system patching, hardening, and compliance in coordination with cybersecurity teams
• Monitor system health, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and performance
• Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations
• Install, configure, and maintain hardware, OS, and system software
• Manage file systems, storage, and virtualization environments (VMware ESXi/vCenter)
• Provide Tier 1/2 support, including incident response, ticket resolution, and root cause analysis
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and system configurations
• Support network services and VTC systems as needed
• Collaborate with engineers and cybersecurity personnel to ensure secure and stable operations

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• An active DoD Secret security clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required
• A Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of experience
• OR an Associate's degree and 7 years of experience
• OR a High School Diploma and 9 years of experience
• DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or equivalent)
• Strong experience with:
• Windows Server administration (AD, GPOs, domain services)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration
• Experience with patching, system hardening, and troubleshooting
• The ability to travel up to 10%

Additional Desired Experience And Skills

• Experience with VMware virtualization (ESXi, vCenter)
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs and patch management tools
• Scripting/automation (PowerShell, Bash, Python)
• Experience with backup/recovery tools and enterprise storage
• Knowledge of hybrid Windows/Linux environments in classified networks
• Strong documentation and process development skills.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters. To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email. Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice. Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail]. Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us. Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail].