System Administrator

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos seeks a System Administrator to support the ALMSS system for USAF logistics. You will work with a team of developers modernizing a legacy SCM solution, providing IBM i OS administration, security, and backup management.

You will travel to Warner Robins AFB as needed; a strong DoD exposure and experience with DLMS/ILS-S will be beneficial. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant experience in DoD logistics IT environments.
• Active DoD secret security clearance and Security+ certification.
• Experience with DLMS/ILS-S logistics concepts and USAF policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide IBM i OS system administration on ALMSS, with focus on security and backup/recovery.
• Monitor server health, analyze logs, and coordinate fixes with developers and customers.
• Maintain AFNET-compliant security posture and associated documentation.
• Utilize IBM i S914/HMC and IBM Navigator tools for operations.

Skills

System administration

Security clearance

DoD logistics knowledge

Oral and written communication

Multitasking

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

IBM i OS

IBM Navigator

HMC

DСМ (Digital Certificate Mgmt)

Tape Library

Job description

Description

Join a team committed to a mission!

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

The Defense Sector, Decision Advantage Business Area at Leidos is thrilled to offer a unique opportunity for a system administrator to join our ALMSS team to support a critical Air Force logistics system. As the prime contractor, Leidos will provide direct support to the Air Force Software Maintenance Group which serves as the Air Logistics Center single organic Source of Mission Critical Computer Resources (MCCR) and Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) software for all assigned prime system and equipment for all echelons of maintenance required.

This position 75% remote but will require travel to the customer site on Warner Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robin GA. Candidates located in the Warner Robins Georgia area will be considered as preferred candidates due to the travel to the customer site.

Primary Responsibilities:

• The position is to provide system administration expertise on the ALMSS System working with a team of C# developers who are modernizing a legacy Supply Chain Management (SCM) solution that has been in operation since 1987 supporting United States Air Force (USAF) weapon systems.
• Primary duties will provide IBM I OS V7R5/S914 system administration (end user support, security monitoring, database administration, configuration, software enhancements, program fix / patch processes and manage backup/recovery procedures) on development and production servers. Analyze, troubleshoot and evaluate computer network problems to resolve production & development server connectivity issues. Analyze server error logs and report potential problems, engaging necessary parties for resolution. Monitor server activity logs and make recommendations to improve server performance and availability.
• Monitor security posture of servers to conform to AFNET requirements. Maintain and manage platform related documentation per AFMC requirements. Ensure the production server security posture is current and all web interface certificates meet AFNET criteria. Maintain accurate network policies with remote users network interfaces information and update necessary reference documentation.
• Ability to utilize IBM i S914 HMC (Hardware Management Console) to manage server configuration.
• Proficiency with utilizing IBM Navigator for I, IBM I Access Client Solutions, IBM DCM (Digital Certificate Mgmt).

Software applications you will support:

• IBM i V7R5 Operating System, Integrated File System, DB/2 database
• Microsoft Excel, Word, Powershell etc. proficiency
• Wynne Systems 'Strategi' web middleware application configuration/management.
• Upland Auditable Document Control Management/400
• T.L. Ashford BarCode /400
• Applied Logic/400 FEUPRO (File Edit Utility) & ProEncrypt
• Fortra AS400 report splitter, Email Report Server/400, CSV/PDF converter

Hardware you will support:

• IBM S914 POWER server architecture
• IBM TS4300 Tape Library
• IBM 7063 CR1 Hardware Management Console
• IBM 7042 CR8 Hardware Management Console

Participate in the Comptia Continuing Education program to maintain Security+ skill level.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree with 8 years of prior relevant experience.or Masters degree with 6 years of related experience.
• U.S. citizenship and active DoD secret security clearance.
• Security+ certification.
• Familiarity with DLMS schemas used in logistics systems.
• Background with Department of Defense (DoD) acronyms pertaining to supply systems.
• Experience with DoD and/or USAF policies and procedures pertaining to logistics operations.
• Experience with Integrated Logistics System-Supply (ILS-S) base supply ordering, receiving, storage and issues processes and procedures.
• Experience with USAF spare parts procurement and acquisition processes and methodologies.
• Prior experience with interface partners and external systems that interact with a base supply operation and general knowledge of the types of transactions shared between those systems.
• Proven ability to communicate with both software developers in technical terms and customers in layman's terms with ease.
• Ability to create and deliver oral presentations to customers describing functionality of user interface screens and describe ad-hoc query capabilities pertaining to logistics.
• Proven ability to advise government customers in meetings and working groups where external interface partners are requesting information from the logistics system you are supporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates living in the Warner Robins Georgia area.
• Experience with testing logistics software, especially withing DoD environments.
• Experience with USAF Air Logistics Center (ALC) depot supply ordering, receiving, storage and issues processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with MILSTRIP formats used in logistics systems.
• Familiarity with the key process areas government auditors evaluate when auditing logistics systems for existence and completeness of inventories.
• Must demonstrate reliability, strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multitask and follow up on action items and requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Focus on providing quality support and accurate information.

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Original Posting:September 3, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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