Systems Administrator

Leidos Inc; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a seasoned System Administrator for Davis Monthan AFB, AZ to oversee JWICS operations on site and maintain related software and hardware. An active TS/SCI clearance is required to start, with Security+ certification and a IT/IA degree plus extensive experience.

You will coordinate with ESD/ESC AF, perform security patching and backups, and may provide after-hours on-call support. Strong AD, imaging and Remedy experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance required to start.
• Security+ certification.
• Bachelor's degree in IT/IA or related field with 10+ years of experience (or Master's with 8+ years).

Responsibilities

• Oversee JWICS operations for Wing and SCIFs on site.
• Maintain site-wide JWICS C4I and related software/hardware.
• Patch, backup, and manage local authentication, file servers, and user privileges.
• Liaise with ESD/ESC AF to resolve issues and maintain domain integrity.
• Provide after-hours on-call support as needed.
• Assist in creating SSO documents and related admin tasks.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Security+ certification

Bachelor's degree in IT/IA

10+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Information Assurance

Tools

Active Directory

Remedy

Imaging

Patching tools

Domain management

Job description

Description

Are you ready for your next career challenge? Leidos has an opportunity for a seasoned System Administrator at Davis Monthan AFB, AZ. Candidates must possess a current TS/SCI security clearance in order to be considered.

In this role you will be responsible for overseeing JWICS operations for all Wing and subordinate unit SCIFs on site.You will also be responsible for all Site-wide JWICS Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) and perform JWICS specific touch maintenance to install and maintain computers, servers, and all JWICS related software and hardware. (This also includes but is not limited to account management, network storage, local authentication servers, file servers, user privileges, local group policy, local software testing, restoration operations, contingency planning, and local backups.) Ensure security patching is completed and locally downloaded, and also push JAVA, NOTAMS, and TCNO patches the AF JWICS Enterprise is unable to perform remotely.

Primary Responsibilities:

Work directly with users at the site and liaise daily with the ESD and ESC AF to help resolve user and network related issues as well as maintain the integrity of the Site domain.

Perform investigative administration operations in support of the Cyber Security Operations Center for malware, spyware, Trojans, or unauthorized software that gets detected on any device at the Site.

The position is full time daily operation and may require after hours and weekend duty via on-call support.

Work autonomously with minimal oversight as well as in conjunction with multiple personnel in the fulfillment of the individual employee's functions.

Must have the ability to gather facts and use effective analytical and evaluative methods to assess information, plan the sequence of actions necessary, make sound decisions and solve a variety of security problems.

Thorough understanding of their respective position, functions, and duties and will assist USAF and other government agencies in the creation and development of SSO documents, PowerPoint presentations, formal messages, background papers, and items of interest, staff summary packages, and other administrative tasks as necessary.

Perform SCI security support functions and have access to JWICS systems located within the SCIF.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance to start
• Current Security + certification
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (IT), Information Assurance (IA) or other related fields and 10+ years of relevant experience (or Master's and 8+ years. Additional years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Strong experience in a full range of IT security principles, including:

• Concepts, practices, products and services (including system software, database software and immediate access storage technology)
• Disseminating IT security tools and procedures
• IT security certification and accreditation requirements
• Familiar with and use Active Directory tools to manage accounts
• Familiar with imaging computers and upgrading operating systems
• Familiar with using scanning tools to scan and subsequently patch devices
• Familiar with trouble ticketing tools such as Remedy
• Be able to remotely log in to computers as needed for maintenance
• Be able to add and remove computers to domains
• Be able to assign and remove security controls to user accounts
• Be able to perform all Security Plus (Security+) type functions
• Be able to work independently and/or with a team
• Be familiar with and be able to modify file servers and shared permissions

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Pay Range: $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

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.