Network Systems Administrator

Battelle UK Limited; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible, compressed work schedule

60% in-office / 40% remote

Paid time off for work-life balance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 5%

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Battelle seeks an experienced Network Systems Administrator to support classified information systems at our Columbus, OH facility. You will maintain reliability, security, and compliance of classified systems, coordinating with ISSMs, FSOs, and client representatives.

The role requires U.S. citizenship, TS/SCI eligibility, and relevant Windows Server/AD expertise. Travel to local regional sites is possible, with a focus on secure operation and continuous monitoring.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen required.
• TS/SCI Clearance eligible.
• Bachelor's degree and/or 5 years of relevant IT systems administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and Microsoft OS installation and configuration.
• Experience with Active Directory and GPO management is required.
• Experience with switch, router, and firewall configuration is required.
• Knowledge of ESXi virtualization and VMware is required.
• DoDD 8140/8570.1-M IAT Level 3 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Develops information assurance and compliance activities for classified systems and networks.
• Maintains security authorization documentation and compliance records.
• Supports RMF activities and tracks vulnerabilities and corrective actions.
• Implements and communicates security procedures for classified media handling and access control.
• Conducts periodic reviews and coordinates with ISSMs, FSOs, ISSOs, and client reps.
• Coordinates with client IT to support approvals and change management.
• Leads or supports classified data spill response across locations.
• Provides assurance support to internal teams and regional offices.
• Keeps up to date with RMF, NIST, STIGs, ICD 503, and client requirements.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

GPO management

Network systems administration

Router/switch/firewall configuration

VMware/ESXi

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5 years IT experience

Tools

VMware ESXi

Job description

Battelle delivers when others can't. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Battelle is seeking an experienced Network Systems Administrator to support classified information systems and network operations at our Columbus, OH facility. The selected candidate will play a critical role in maintaining the reliability, stability, security, and integrity of classified systems while ensuring compliance with applicable client, federal, and corporate requirements. This position requires a technically skilled and detail-oriented professional who can support secure system operations, strengthen information assurance practices, and help sustain mission‑critical classified computing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and maintains information assurance and compliance activities for Department of War, Intelligence Community, and SAP client classified systems and networks, ensuring requirements are consistently applied in accordance with applicable federal, client, corporate, and contractual directives.
• Develops and maintains security authorization documentation for moderately complex classified information systems, including Master System Security Plans, system profiles, control documentation, supporting artifacts, and compliance records required to support inspection readiness and authorization activities.
• Supports Risk Management Framework activities by implementing, validating, and documenting security controls; tracking vulnerabilities and corrective actions; assisting with assessment preparation; and maintaining evidence to support ongoing authorization and continuous monitoring requirements.
• Implements and communicates Battelle information system security procedures for classified media handling, system access, sanitization, reuse, destruction, incident reporting, malicious code protection, software compliance, user training, and corrective action follow-through.
• Conducts periodic classified system reviews and self-inspections, identifies compliance gaps or operational risks, recommends corrective actions, and coordinates with ISSMs, FSOs, ISSOs, system administrators, and client representatives to ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinates with client IT and security representatives to support system approvals, maintain operational continuity, resolve compliance or technical issues, and ensure system changes are appropriately documented and reviewed.
• Leads or supports classified data spill response activities by identifying, containing, investigating, documenting, and coordinating sanitization and mitigation actions across affected locations, systems, and stakeholders.
• Provides experienced information assurance support to internal teams and regional offices by advising on classified system compliance expectations, interpreting applicable security requirements, and supporting consistent implementation of approved procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge of evolving cybersecurity, RMF, NISPOM, ICD 503, JSIG, NIST, DISA STIG, and client-specific requirements; applies this knowledge to improve system compliance, inspection readiness, and secure operational practices.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• TS/SCI Clearance eligible
• Bachelor's degree and/or 5 years of relevant experience as an IT systems administrator.
• Possess strong demonstrated knowledge of Windows Server and Microsoft operating systems installation and configuration required. Experience with Linux systems considered a plus.
• Experience with network systems administration, Active Directory, and GPO management is required.
• Experience with switch, router, and firewall configuration is required.
• Knowledge of ESXi virtualization and VMware required.
• DoDD 8140 (8570.1-M) IAT Level 3 certification or ability to complete certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• Ability to travel to local regional sites to provide support for on-premise networks/systems, and to attend meetings and training (less than 10 percent of time).

Desired Skills & Additional Qualifications

• Military veteran with relevant IT and computer security experience will be considered a plus.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is considered a plus.
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53 and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Experience with DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), implementation SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC) and STIG Viewer.

Benefits

• : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.
• : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients' requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle.

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members.