Onsite Mission Command IT Support Specialist

Federal Sherpa; Fort Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Sherpa is seeking an experienced MCTP Technical Support Admin / Tech to join our onsite team at Fort Leavenworth. You will support a large-scale, computer-based Army training environment, administering enterprise infrastructure and MCIS, and assisting with ARCHER/JLCCTC integration.

The role emphasizes cybersecurity, DoD policy adherence, and rapid issue resolution. You will collaborate with exercise planners and engineers to ensure robust, secure, and interoperable simulations and

Qualifications

• Meet DoDM 8140 qualifications for assigned DCWF roles.
• At least 1 year of military training and training support.
• At least 1 year integrating training environments and stimulating Army Mission Command IS.
• At least 1 year installing software updates.
• Proficiency with JLCCTC apps such as WARSIM, JDLM, FIRESIM.
• Windows and Linux administration; VMware/Hyper‑V; storage and backup.
• Strong networking: TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs.
• Familiarity with DoD configuration, cybersecurity, patch management (DISA STIGs/SCAP).
• Analytical, troubleshooting, and technical documentation skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication; ability to brief leaders.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain Secret clearance; interim clearance.
• Must have a passport valid for travel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement scalable server, storage, and network architectures.
• Install, configure, operate, and maintain Windows and Linux servers and VM clusters.
• Configure collaboration services and secure LAN/WAN connectivity.
• Install, deploy, and troubleshoot JLCCTC and ARCHER components.
• Manage ARCHER data ingestion, storage, and replication.
• Capture and export exercise data; automate reports for leaders.
• Create SOPs, diagrams, and training materials; deliver briefings.
• Lead or assist with change control and continuous improvement.
• Ensure DoD security compliance and patch management practices.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Technical documentation

Oral & written communication

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

WARSIM

JDLM

FIRESIM

Job description

Federal Sherpa is seeking an experienced MCTP Technical Support Admin / Tech to join our onsite team at Fort Leavenworth. You will support a large-scale, computer-based Army training environment, administering enterprise infrastructure and MCIS, and assisting with ARCHER/JLCCTC integration.

The role emphasizes cybersecurity, DoD policy adherence, and rapid issue resolution. You will collaborate with exercise planners and engineers to ensure robust, secure, and interoperable simulations and