Systems Administrator / Systems Infrastructure Lead

Socket.dev; Scott Air Force Base (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Computer World Services is seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to lead enterprise server and storage infrastructure for DoD mission systems. You will manage Windows/Linux servers, AD, virtualization, and backups at Scott Air Force Base, IL, ensuring secure operations and rapid recovery.

The role requires DoD 8140.03 qualifications, STIG compliance, and hands-on experience with Veeam, NetApp and VMware. It is on-site with contingency reporting and mission-essential duties.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise systems administration (Windows/Linux server, virtualization, SAN/NAS, Active Directory).
• DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification required prior to start; Residential Qualification for privileged access.
• Experience in a DoD/Army enclave with STIG-hardened systems.
• Backup/DR tooling experience (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with SIPRNet-connected mission systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, and maintain physical/virtual server OS (Windows Server 2019/2022, RHEL 8/9), SAN/NAS (NetApp ONTAP), and VMware vSphere/vCenter.
• Administer user accounts and security groups for in-scope Active Directory domains.
• Operate data backup and recovery (Veeam) meeting RTO and RPO for mission-critical systems.
• Manage enterprise tools (SCCM, SolarWinds) and support critical service restoration priorities during contingencies.

Skills

Windows Server

Linux server administration

VMware vSphere

Active Directory

Education

DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification

Residential Qualification for privileged access

Tools

SCCM

SolarWinds

NetApp ONTAP

Veeam

Job description

Leads systems administration for all in-scope physical and virtual server infrastructure, storage, and Active Directory services supporting U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS) C4ISR and distribution operations worldwide. Serves as the primary technical point of contact and Capability Lead for systems infrastructure services. This role is designated Mission Essential and must perform during contingencies.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Install, configure, patch, and maintain physical/virtual server OS (Windows Server 2019/2022, RHEL 8/9), SAN/NAS (NetApp ONTAP), and VMware vSphere/vCenter
• Administer user accounts and security groups for in-scope Active Directory domains
• Operate data backup and recovery (Veeam) meeting Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective for mission-critical systems
• Manage enterprise tools (SCCM, SolarWinds) and support critical service restoration priorities during contingencies

Education & Experience

• 5+ years of enterprise systems administration (Windows/Linux server, virtualization, SAN/NAS, Active Directory)
• DoDM 8140.03 foundational qualification prior to start; Residential Qualification for privileged access
• Experience in a DoD/Army enclave with STIG-hardened systems
• Backup/DR tooling experience (e.g., Veeam, Commvault, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with SIPRNet-connected mission systems

Certifications

• DCWF Work Role 411 - Systems Administrator, Intermediate proficiency. Common qualifying certifications: Security+ or CySA+, plus a computing-environment certification (e.g., Microsoft/Linux/VMware)

Security Clearance

Secret clearance

Other (Travel, Work Environment, DoD 8570 Requirements, Administrative Notes, etc.)

• Scott Air Force Base, Illinois; Mission Essential on-site reporting during base closures/contingencies.

Computer World Services is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. Current employees and/or qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

Computer World Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Computer World Services will ensure that individuals with disabilities (IWD) are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].