IT Cybersecurity – Senior Server Administrator / Virtualization Expert

Air Force Civilian Service; Charleston (SC); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service in Charleston, SC seeks a full-time Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist (GS-2210-11) to perform as the Installation Senior Server Administrator/Virtualization Expert at JB Lindsey Graham. Salary ranges from $76,343 to $99,752 depending on experience, with up to 20% telework and potential recruitment/relocation incentives.

You will oversee networks and client systems, design enterprise-scale blueprints using DoDAF/DOWAF, and architect secure solutions

Qualifications

• Experience administering networks and client systems with emphasis on security.
• Knowledge of DoDAF/DOWAF frameworks for enterprise blueprints.
• Ability to design system-of-systems solutions for secure, global sharing.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain TS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Administer, operate, and maintain the installation's networks and client systems.
• Lead edge defense technology projects and ingest complex requirements.
• Architect secure, scalable solutions for allied forces.

Skills

Windows/Linux

Active Directory

PowerShell

VMware

Hyper-V

NIST SP 800-53

ACAS

NESSUS

PKI

Azure

Networking concepts

Information security

Tools

Remedy

DISA STIGS

EITAAS

Job description

Advance the Mission with Us—AFCS Information Technology & Intelligence Careers Need Talent Ready to Expand Innovation and Strengthen National Security.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a full-time Information Technology (IT) Cybersecurity Specialist (GS-2210-11), to perform as the Installation Senior Server Administrator/Virtualization Expert, working at the 628th Communications Squadron, Joint Base (JB) Lindsey Graham, in Charleston, South Carolina.

Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for; you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.

Salary ($76,343 – $99,752) based on experience.

Up to 20% telework may be authorized. The incumbent must be in the local commuting area, and approval is based on supervisor recommendation.

Recruitment and Relocation incentives may be available based on experience.

This position can close at any time.

Qualifications/Requirements

In this position you will serve as an IT Specialist, responsible for the administration, operation, and maintenance of the installation’s computer networks and client systems with primary knowledge requirements of network administration, information technology security, information assurance management, configuration management, network management and maintenance, network systems modification, and related work.

You will be solutioning at the edge of defense technology. You will lead the ingestion of complex requirements, design enterprise-scale blueprints (leveraging modern DoDAF/DOWAF frameworks), and architect system-of-systems solutions that allow allied forces to share intelligence seamlessly and securely across the globe.

Must be a U.S. Citizen

This position is designated as a Drug Test Designated Position.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a current “Top Secret” Security clearance.

Must be able to obtain and maintain required technical certifications within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the supervisor.

Highly Desired

• Windows/Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory – RAID, Group Policy, Azure, PowerShell – Virtualization — VMware, Microsoft Hyper‑V – Ticketing Systems (EITAAS/Remedy) – DISA STIGS, ACAS, NESSUS, SLAP, PKI, NIST SP 800-53
• Knowledge of the command’s standards, policies, functions, organizational set up, and points of contact in subject matter fields and other network operating systems environments to support full range of local and corporate information systems.
• Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and methodologies to accomplish work processes using network devices and knowledge of information security practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of hardware and software systems, network operations function, telecommunications and network protocols, and diagnostic tools to recover data to analyze customer problems and provide assistance. .
• Knowledge of network operations, design, analysis and troubleshooting procedures in Ethernet and WAN environments.
• Skill in applying investigative, analytical/evaluative and qualitative/quantitative methods and techniques sufficient to analyze and resolve customer concerns and ability to install network cabling, telecommunications circuits and switches, and support handheld telecommunication devices and ability to adapt to rapidly evolving situations such as security and virus attacks. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit: https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Must be of legal work age.

AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer