Systems Administrator

Leidos; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Florida seeks a Systems Administrator to support a DoD cloud environment at Eglin AFB, performing Microsoft Azure administration within a hybrid on-premises and cloud setup. The role focuses on security compliance, JADC2-aligned assessments, and cloud-based services.

The position requires US citizenship with Secret clearance eligibility and Azure certifications, along with experience managing Windows Server, O365, and network services in hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• US Citizen with active Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret within 1 year.
• Experience managing system administration resources in a hybrid Azure environment.
• Azure certifications (AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-140) or equivalent.
• Experience with Windows Server, O365, VPN, DNS, AD, Entra ID, automation.
• Knowledge of cloud service types IaaS/PaaS/SaaS.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day admin and operational support in a complex DOD Azure Cloud environment.
• Monitor system/network performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Deploy cloud infrastructures and migrate domains to the cloud.
• Assist with cybersecurity compliance operations and remediation.
• Interact with customers and teams to coordinate solution design and operations.

Skills

Azure administration

Hybrid environment

Cybersecurity controls

Cloud migration

PowerShell

Troubleshooting

VM/ virtualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Azure Portal

Intune

Log Analytics

Sentinel

VMware vSphere/ESXi

Hyper-V

Kusto

Job description

Systems Administrator

Eglin AFB, FL

Secret clearance or greater

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Microsoft Azure qualified System Administrator to work with our customer at Eglin AFB, FL. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the Joint Staff J6 Joint Assessment Division (JAD) conduct Joint All Domain Command and Control (JADC2) aligned assessments and assist us in maintaining a cloud-based network. The System Administrator will participate as a member of an integrated deployable team providing assistance during all phases of design, installation, and operation of Information System Servers and end user clients at JAD in-garrison and in deployable environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support in a complex and growing DOD NIPR/SIPR Azure Cloud environment.
• Monitor system/network performance; troubleshoot/resolve issues with systems, applications, and software.
• Deploy cloud Infrastructures (IL2, IL4, IL6); migrate Windows Domains and Clients to and from the cloud.
• Assist with DOD Cybersecurity compliance operations and remediate/mitigate security vulnerabilities.
• Investigate and install DISA Cybersecurity alerts and notifications.
• Support several deployed (CONUS/OCONUS) assessments annually (estimated 25% of workdays TDY).
• Interact with customers and functional peer groups to gain understanding and cooperation regarding solution design, problem management processes, as well as approaches to planning and operations.

Basic Qualifications:

• US Citizen with at least a current active Secret clearance. Additionally, the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance within 365 days.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2+ years of experience or a Master’s degree with 1+ year of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Current baseline certification meeting IAT-II requirements (e.g. Security+) or higher.
• One or more Microsoft Azure certifications – e.g., AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-140
• Experience managing system administration resources in a hybrid environment. This would include: Experience with Access Points, Disaster Recovery, Firewalls, IP Networking/Routing, O365,VDI, VPN, Windows OS, Windows Server.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure – e.g., Active Directory, Entra ID, Automation, DNS, IaaS, Intune, Log Analytics, Sentinel, VMs.
• Knowledge of cloud service types – e.g., IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
• Attention to Detail: Strict adherence to classified handling procedures, hardware custody logs, and cybersecurity baselines.
• Adaptability: Comfort pivoting between traditional on-premise hardware tasks and Azure Government cloud-hosted environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• US Citizen with an active Top Secret clearance.
• Experience with System Administrator duties which include Domain Controller/Active Directory, File Server, Users and groups in active directory, Permissions, and GPOs.
• Should be familiar with ACAS and SCAP/STIG.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere/ESXi, Hyper‑V, or KVM).
• Familiarity with command languages for job control – e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Azure CLI, Kusto, Python.
• Analytical Troubleshooting: Ability to isolate hardware, operating system, network, and policy-driven issues quickly under operational conditions.
• DoD Environment Awareness: Appreciation for the constraints of closed, classified networks where heavy enterprise automation or third-party orchestration tools cannot be deployed.
• Customer Service: Professional, responsive communication with military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
• Experience with Eglin AFB Remedy, DRA, and NENDR applications.

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Original Posting:

October 8, 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 $69,550.00 - $125,725.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and 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.