Senior Network Administrator

starfish; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

short-term disability

long-term disability

flexible spending accounts

Health Saving Accounts and Health ReIM

EAP

education assistance

paid time off

holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to support the LMOC program at Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah. The role focuses on administering LAN/WAN, security, and cross-domain collaboration for mission-critical systems.

The ideal candidate will have a DoD environment background, active security clearance, VMware management experience, and the ability to work across teams to deliver reliable, compliant network solutions in a fast-paced government setting.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree and 12+ years in the discipline, including DoW experience, or 15+ years with DoW experience.
• Active DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification required.
• LAN/WAN administration for classified/unclassified networks.
• Experience with RMF/DIACAP compliance.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain LAN and WAN systems, including network security.
• Provide secure communication venues for product teams discussing sensitive requirements.
• Support telecom infrastructure: phones, videoconferencing, messaging.
• Develop IT equipment management systems and government software apps.
• VMware server administration and virtualization in HA environments.
• Provide help desk support and manage government system access.
• Install and maintain network cabling (CAT5, fiber).
• Prepare documentation for RMF/DIACAP certification.
• Assess designs for security risks and vulnerabilities.
• Integrate new technologies and recommend infrastructure improvements.
• Analyze system usage and troubleshoot network issues.

Skills

Network administration

VMware server management

Security compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Help desk operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

DoD 8570.01-M IAT II certification

Tools

VMware

Job description

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Senior Network Administrator

Torch Technologies is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to support the Training Division (AFLCMC/WNR) at Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah. The WNR Division serves as the Air Force's technical, acquisition, and sustainment authority, delivering comprehensive and mission-critical support to the warfighter. The division supports a broad portfolio of Air Force systems including Electronic Warfare, Range Systems, Air Combat Training, Command and Control Systems, Advanced Radar Threat Systems, and Combat Survivor Evader Locator systems. The division also provides ongoing support to depot-level sustainment, Foreign Military Sales (FMS), and partners including the U.S. Army, Navy, PACAF, ACC, AFMC, and AETC. This role specifically supports the Live Mission Operations Capability (LMOC) program within AFLCMC/WNR. LMOC enables real-time weapon modeling and automated data delivery across live training and debriefing environments, enhancing training value, density, and fidelity across mission planning, execution, reconstruction, and review.

Duties

• Administer and maintain LAN and WAN systems, including network security across classified and unclassified environments
• Provide secure communication venues for product teams to discuss sensitive requirements and designs
• Support assessment, development, and sustainment of telecommunications infrastructure including phones, videoconferencing, and messaging systems
• Assist with development of web-based IT equipment management systems and custom Government software applications
• Perform VMware server administration, including virtualization and high-availability environments
• Provide help desk support, managing IT trouble tickets and user access to Government systems such as ABSS, CPARs, and CAS
• Install and maintain communications cabling including CAT5 and fiber infrastructure
• Develop documentation and artifacts required for DIACAP and RMF certification of classified and unclassified networks
• Conduct system security reviews of new designs and software to identify risks and vulnerabilities
• Integrate new technologies and provide recommendations for infrastructure improvements
• Analyze system usage, troubleshoot IT infrastructure issues, and implement upgrades to improve reliability
• Support Air Force network interfaces to ensure availability and integrity of mission-critical systems

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical discipline, including 5 years in the DoW OR ,
• 15 years of directly related experience with appropriate certifications, including 8 years in the DoW
• Must have qualifying DoW 8570.01-M Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification
• Network administration (LAN/WAN, classified and unclassified systems)
• VMware server management
• Strong coordination and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Customer-focused support mindset
• DIACAP and RMF compliance
• Secure communications infrastructure
• Help desk operations and troubleshooting
• Cabling and hardware installation
• Familiarity with Government acquisition and logistics systems
• Must have and maintain and active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate Degree in related field with at least 10 years of experience in technical discipline, including 5 years in DoW.

Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Work Location: Onsite at Hill AFB, UT

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including:

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays