Senior Network Administrator

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group seeks a Senior Network Administrator to support AFLCMC/EBR at Eglin AFB, FL. The role will cover Tier III/IV IT systems, directory services, and RMF/ATO compliance, with a current Top Secret clearance.

Candidates must be a US citizen with DoD experience; IAT Level III certification or higher is preferred, plus Windows/Linux and cloud service familiarity.

Qualifications

• US citizenship
• Current Top Secret clearance
• Experience in DoD/enterprise environments
• Experience with DoD cybersecurity requirements
• IAT Level III certification or higher preferred

Responsibilities

• Supporting Tier III and IV IT systems
• Maintains file servers, network access; documents, analyzes, and troubleshoots systems anomalies
• Directory Services support, including DNS, GPO, Active Directory, Domains and Trust, Sites and Services and RBAC
• Evaluates monthly software and Operating Systems patching for security/compliance needs

Skills

Tier III support

Active Directory

DNS

Network security

Automation scripting

RMF processes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Tools

SPLUNK

WhatsUp Gold

Fortigate

VMware ESXi

Hyper-V

Citrix XenCenter

Active Directory tools

Job description

Senior Network Administrator

Odyssey has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Administrator supporting the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Rapid Enterprise Solutions division (AFLCMC/EBR) at Eglin AFB, FL. This division powers the weapons enterprise with a superior workforce, modernized facilities, and innovative digital capabilities.

Our Network and Computer Systems Administrators provide support and assistance in the management and operations of armament program related network systems.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Tier III and Tier IV IT systems
• Maintains file servers, network access; documents, analyzes, and troubleshoots systems anomalies to ensure optimum equipment performance
• Directory Services support, including DNS, GPO, Active Directory, Domains and Trust, Sites and Services and Role Based Access Control
• Evaluates monthly software and Operating Systems patching for security/compliance needs

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen

Clearance: Current Top Secret clearance

Education and experience:

• Senior: Associate's degree in a related field and 15 years of related experience; OR Associate's degree and 13 years of experience with an IAT Level III certification; OR Bachelor's in a related field and 11 years of related experience; OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9 years of related experience with an IAT Level III certification
• Experience administering network and computer systems in a DoD or enterprise environment
• Experience supporting secure systems and compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• DoD 8140 / 8570 IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CISSP, CCNA Security, or equivalent)
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux system administration in classified environments
• Experience supporting Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes and ATO packages
• Experience with network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls)

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

Technical Skills

• Experience with RAIDs, SANs, High Availability, Backups and Disaster Recovery.
• Familiar with Amazon Cloud and Azure Cloud Services.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025.
• Strong automation and scripting skills.
• Working knowledge in network concepts (cabling and cable management, network switching/routing, vLANs, etc.).
• Working knowledge of RHEL 7, RHEL 8, CENTOS, Ubuntu, Debian, Linux Operating Systems.
• Strong ability to analyze information, problems, issues, situations, and procedures.
• Working knowledge virtualization technologies including VMWare ESXi VSphere/Horizon, Microsoft Hyper-Visor and Citrix XenCenter.
• Familiarity with logging and monitoring technologies to include: SPLUNK, WHATSUP GOLD, HBSS, Fortigate

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a technical team
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to support multiple systems and priorities in a mission-driven environment
• Attention to detail and commitment to system security and reliability

Additional Information

Location: Eglin AFB, FL

Travel: Estimated 10% depending on program needs

Work Environment: Onsite

Company Overview

Odyssey is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities