Network and Computer Systems Administrator (JSE)-Journeyman

AMEWAS, Inc.; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonuses

Tuition and training assistance

Job summary

AMEWAS, Inc. seeks a Network and Computer Systems Administrator (JSE)-Journeyman for on-site work at Pax River, MD. Salary range $90,000–$150,000, commensurate with experience. Remote work is not eligible; on-site support is required.

The role requires a DoD Top Secret clearance, strong network admin skills, and experience with Brocade/Ruckus, VPNs, VLANs, Ansible, and virtualization technologies. Typical duties include LAN/server management, monitoring, backups, and security hardening.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of additional work experience (5 years total) OR HS Diploma/Equivalent with 4 years of additional work experience (7 years total) OR relevant technical certification.
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Certifications: CCNP/CCSP/SEC+, FITSP-O, GSEC, GFACT, GIAC options
• Experience with multicast routing and network devices (Brocade/Ruckus)
• Experience with VPNs and VLANs
• Experience with Ansible and cyber security tooling
• Security clearance requirements: DoD Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Installs, configures and maintains LANs, data networks, servers and virtualization
• Performs system monitoring and log reviews
• Verifies hardware/network/server resource availability and backups
• Configures routing tables for efficient network traffic across segments
• Sets up and maintains software licenses and security configurations
• Supports network emulation/coordination between network hardware and software

Skills

Network administration

Troubleshooting

Multicast routing

VPNs/VLANs

Linux administration

Security clearance

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree / Associate with 2 years experience / HS Diploma + experience / CSWF cert

Tools

Brocade/Ruckus equipment

Ansible

VMware

Windows Server / AD

AWS GovCloud / Azure

Job description

At AMEWAS, we don’t just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years, we’ve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering, testing, and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California, Maryland, and offices in Orlando, FL, and San Diego, CA, you'll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nation’s Warfighters.

If you're ready to grow your skills, be challenged by meaningful work, and contribute to something bigger…this is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.

The Position

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Network and Computer Systems Administrator (JSE)-Journeyman. The salary range of this position is $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland’s #1 City Hiring the Most High-Tech Workers. To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit: www.visitstmarysmd.com

Work Arrangement

Remote or hybrid work arrangements are subject to business, contract, customer, and/or government requirements and may be modified or discontinued as needed. The Company reserves the right to require an employee to report to a designated Company or customer worksite when business or contractual requirements change.

A typical day as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator (JSE)-Journeyman may include:

• Installs, configures and maintains an organization's local area network (LAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical/virtual servers
• Performs system monitoring
• Verifies the integrity/availability of hardware, network, and server resources/systems
• Reviews system and application logs
• Verifies completion of scheduled jobs and system backups
• Analyzes network and server resource consumption and controls user access
• Installs/Upgrades software and maintains software licenses
• Assists in network emulation/virtualization, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software
• Configures Brocade and Ruckus networking devices
• Sets up routing tables and groups to support fast and efficient network traffic across multiple network segments and subnets using multicast and IGMP protocols

Must-haves

• Bachelor’s Degree OR Associate’s Degree with 2 years of additional work experience (5 years total) OR HS Diploma/Equivalent with 4 years of additional work experience (7 years total) OR Relevant Technical Certification with 4 years of additional work experience (7 years total) OR meets CSWF training requirements OR meets the CSWF certification requirements (CSWF Qualifications: https://www.cool.osd.mil/usn/cswf/matrix.html?moc=cswf_sa_451)
• 3 years of relevant work experience
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) OR Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) OR Security CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+) OR Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O) OR GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT) OR GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) OR RHEL certification
• The ability to troubleshoot and support the full network environment, not limited to switch-level issues
• Experience with multicast routing using Brocade OR Ruckus equipment
• Experience with COMSEC/TACLANE installation and configuration
• Experience with configuring VPNs and VLANs
• Experience with Ansible
• Experience with ACAS (Automated Cybersecurity Assessment System)
• Familiarity with STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides)
• Experience with Linux versions 7-10
• Familiarity with RHEL, SUSE, and Ubuntu distributions
• VMware experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Minimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Current clearance required upon onboarding: DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Additional Accesses: The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract

Desired Skills

• Experience with Windows Server 2022/2025 and/or Active Directory (AD)
• Experience with AWS GovCloud and/or Microsoft Azure
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Ansible, and/or Terraform
• Experience with PDQ Deploy
• Experience with VxRail

Security Clearance Requirement Disclaimer

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances, interim security determinations, and/or other access authorizations required by the applicable contract(s). Candidates who are unable to obtain the required interim clearance or access authorization within the timeframe necessary to meet business and contract requirements may no longer be considered for employment.

Employment Eligibility and Sponsorship Disclaimer

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. AMEWAS is unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future.

Skills Crucial To Success At AMEWAS

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment And Working Conditions

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to support various labs at PAX River. The physical environment also requires the employee to work in an office, sitting in a cubicle or at a desk, looking at a computer for part of the day.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions, overnight travel may be required.

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Our Excellent Benefits And Perks

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance, dedication, and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation, creative work teams, and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation, holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

For important employment-related notices and required disclosures, please review our Regulatory Notices page.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies, recruiters, or headhunters.