System Administrator III

V2X, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

V2X, Inc. in Orlando, FL is seeking a System Administrator III "WTRS" to guide a global team responsible for maintaining and securing networks and systems supporting US Army Combat Training Centers in the US, Hawaii, and Europe.

The role focuses on reliable communications across platforms to enable effective training environments for US forces and allies. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of hands-on experience, active Secret Clearance, and a strong background in Linux/Unix and Windows,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive system administration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field; equivalent experience.
• Active Secret Clearance; US citizenship.
• Strong problem-solving & analytical skills.
• Experience coordinating and guiding a team of sys admins.

Responsibilities

• Select, source, and install hardware and software to support operations.
• Architect and manage hybrid IT infrastructure (Linux/Unix and Windows).
• Automate with Python, Bash, PowerShell.
• Use Ansible/Puppet/Chef to optimize performance.
• Manage network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and secure remote access.
• Oversee virtualization and container orchestration.
• Design/maintain backup, DR/BC, monitoring solutions.
• Collaborate with SOC for incident response and security.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Automation scripting

DR/BC

Security architecture

Access control

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science / related field

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

SCAP/ACAS

STIG Viewer

Evaluate-STIG

Cisco devices

Juniper

Palo Alto

Fortinet

Job description

Overview

System Administrator III "WTRS" - Orlando, Florida

The System Administrator III will provide guidance and direction to a global team of system administrators supporting the US Army Combat Training Centers in the US, Hawaii and Europe responsible for maintaining, configuring, and securing networks and systems, ensuring reliable and efficient communication across platforms to enable an effective training environment for the US forces and allies conducting training at each site.

Responsibilities

Independently be able to:

• Able to select, source, and install new hardware and software in support of ongoing operations.
• Architect, deploy, and manage a comprehensive hybrid IT infrastructure that spans both physical and virtualized environments, with a focus on Linux/Unix and Windows server platforms.
• Implement advanced automation using scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell.
• Leverage configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef to optimize system performance and streamline operations.
• Administer and fine-tune network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) to maintain optimal connectivity.
• Configure secure remote access to safeguard systems against unauthorized access.
• Oversee virtualization technologies to support scalable operations.
• Implement container orchestration solutions where applicable to facilitate effective deployment.
• Design and maintain backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and system monitoring solutions to ensure business continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Security Operation Center (SOC) analysts and security teams to improve incident response procedures.
• Implement secure access policies.
• Ensure compliance with security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK, STIGs, SCG and relevant NIST controls
• Enforce cybersecurity policies
• Experience in Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or another enterprise-grade networking equipment
• Utilize scanning protocols/tools to include Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), STIG Viewer, and Evaluate-STIG and perform proper remediation of vulnerabilities

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive technical (hands‑on) experience in performing system administration duties
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience coordinating and guiding a team of system administrators, providing tasking, and expert guidance to local and remote teams.
• Provide Complex Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis.

Desired Skills:

• Strong proficiency in automation and scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
• Experience implementing and maintaining disaster Recovery & Business Continuity Engineering
• Experience developing security architectures that integrate continuous monitoring via SIEM systems, automated threat detection, and sophisticated access control mechanisms.

Certifications:

• A CompTIA Security + certificate and a Computing Environment certification in the requisite operating system to include: RHCSA, VCP, Microsoft Role Base Certification like Windows Server Hybrid Administrator.

Clearance:

• Must possess an Active Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.

What We Bring

• At V2X we strive to be market competitive in our total reward offerings.
• The successful candidate's starting pay will be based on, but not limited to, their job‑related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.

Employee benefits include the following:

• Healthcare coverage
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Retirement plan
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources
• The following salary range is intended to display the value of the company's base pay compensation and may be modified at the discretion of the company. USD $110,000.00 - $120,000.00
• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients. #LI-KA