Network and Computer System Administrator

Disk Enterprise Solutions, Inc.; Naval Air Station Patuxent River (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Network and Computer System Administrator to join our Patuxent River team. The role focuses on building and maintaining virtualized server infrastructure, VMware VDI, and secure DoD-compliant systems.

You will develop automation scripts, manage AD/SCCM, and support RMF activities, with a strong emphasis on security and reliability in a high-security environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; BS preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of related experience in IT.
• CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain virtualized server infrastructure across multi-site environments.
• Administer VMware VDI (Horizon) and manage desktops and servers.
• Configure AD and SCCM, including GPO via PowerShell.
• Develop and execute PowerShell and Linux automation scripts.
• Monitor resources, backups, logs, and scheduled jobs.
• Assist in RMF activities and DoD security compliance.

Skills

Certifications

Communication

US Citizenship

Clearance

Education

High School diploma or GED

BS degree in IT related field

Tools

VMware vSphere

VCF

SDDC Manager

Horizon (VDI)

PowerShell

PowerCLI

Linux

Job description

Position:Network and Computer System Administrator

Location: Patuxent River, MD

Job Id:580

# of Openings:1

Network and Computer System Administrator

Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. (DESI) is seeking a Network and Computer System Administratorto join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This is a Full-time (Regular) Exempt (Salary) position located in Patuxent River, MD 20670.

Where innovation meets excellence, we drive the future of technology. As a valued member of the enterprise engineering and hosting team, you will play a key role in delivering state-of-the-art Information Technology solutions that support our customer. We are looking for qualified candidates who are ready to collaborate, innovate, and make an impact in a fast-paced, forward-looking environment where teamwork is at the heart of our success.

ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Install, configure, and maintain virtualized server infrastructure, including VMware vSphere (vCenter and ESXi), VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), and SDDC Manager, across multi-site environments.

Administer VMware VDI (Horizon), including provisioning, cloning, and maintaining virtual desktops and supporting servers.

Create, configure, and support VMware products and services; manage user profiles and access controls for VMware infrastructure and devices.

Perform Active Directory and SCCM administration, including Group Policy Object (GPO) creation and management via PowerShell.

Develop and execute scripts in PowerShell (including VMware PowerCLI) and Linux to automate system administration, configuration, and maintenance tasks.

Monitor system, network, and server resources to verify integrity, availability, and performance; review system and application logs and confirm completion of scheduled jobs, including backups.

Analyze resource consumption and control user access across network and server environments.

Install, upgrade, and maintain software and associated licenses.

Perform Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) administration, including configuring and running vulnerability scans.

Apply Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to harden systems in accordance with DoD security requirements.

Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities, including documentation and compliance tasks required for authorization and accreditation.

Perform DevSecOps duties, integrating security practices into development and operational workflows.

Assist in network emulation/virtualization, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

To be considered for this position, you must meet the education and experience listed below:

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or Software Engineering is preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of experience performing work related to the roles/responsibilities listed above.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:

• One of the following certifications: CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, or SSCP.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• US Citizenship is required due to US government contract requirements.
• Active TOP SECRET clearance with the ability to become SCI eligible.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates with experience or knowledge in these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

• Demonstrated knowledge of AWS GovCloud IL2, AWS GovCloud IL4, AWS GovCloud IL5, or AWS GovCloud IL6 environments or Microsoft Azure.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The compensation range is based on industry compensation data and/or position budget and reflects our commitment to transparency and fairness:

• The annual compensation range is $110,000 to $160,000, commensurate with education, certifications, and experience.
• Other compensation may include discretionary bonuses, referral rewards, and spot awards.
• Full-time benefits include comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), paid time off, paid holidays, life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability, 401(k) with matching.

This position is contingent upon customer approval/funding.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

For a listing of all DESI open positions, please visit the “Careers” section of our website at https://www.ilikedesi.com/careers

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

Click here to view a consolidated Department of Labor notice for Federal contractor applicants (includes EEO, FMLA, Pay Transparency, and Polygraph Protection Act)

Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please [e-mail] or call: 240-237-8383. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The law requires Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal .

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. Per 41 CFR 60-1.35(c), Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

As a Federal Contractor, Digital Enterprise Solutions, Inc. is required to participate in the E-Verify Program to confirm eligibility to work in the United States. For information, please click on the following link:E-Verify .