Systems Administrator (TS/SCI with Poly Clearance Required)

Fluor Corporation; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 83,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Fluor Corporation is hiring a Systems Administrator to support a Windows-based network with a VMware backend and robust security posture. The role emphasizes vulnerability management, compliance with RMF/CONMON, and strong communication across teams.

The candidate should hold a four-year degree and five years of related experience, with hands-on skills in VMware, AD, Group Policy, SCCM, and patching processes.

Qualifications

• Accredited four-year degree or global equivalent and five years of related experience; combination acceptable.
• Must possess TS/SCI clearance and have favorably completed a government polygraph.
• Experience installing, configuring, and securing Windows/VMware environments and performing vulnerability management.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and manage VMware vSphere ESXi clusters across data centers.
• Maintain Windows network, AD/GP, and patch management; ensure security baselines.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and report results in weekly meetings.
• Support RMF/CONMON processes and cybersecurity policy compliance.
• Collaborate with network engineers and software teams to resolve complex issues.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelors degree or global equivalent

Tools

VMware vSphere ESXi

Active Directory

Group Policy

SCCM

SCAP

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Fluor is a leading government contractor with a proven track record of delivering high‑value technical solutions around the world to U.S. government agencies such as the DOE, NNSA, the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community.

Job Description

*** Must possess a clearance at the TS/SCI access level, and have favorably completed a government issued polygraph

The Systems Administrator is highly knowledgeable within designated Industrial Control System (ICS) Information Technology (IT) area of responsibility and applies that knowledge toward broad and diverse assignments. This role will install, maintain, audit, and support a stand-alone Microsoft Windows network environment using a VMware backend infrastructure. Analyze and test new software and software version upgrades in test environments before deploying to production. Administer SCAP scans and provide results/reports during weekly vulnerability meetings. Implement and verify cybersecurity compliance using automated tools to ensure benchmarks are met and manage virtual workstations and servers using VMWare. The Systems Administrator analyzes, evaluates, and proposes recommendations on innovative solutions. This role will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit ofICSIT systems.

• Installing, configuring, securing, managing, and monitoring VMware vSphere ESXi clusters in multiple data centers
• Ensure the stable operation of the standalone computer network, including planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network hardware, software, and communication links with the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) application system, Wunderlich, Lutron, and Cimplicity software applications within theICSnetwork.
• Analyze and resolve end user hardware and software computer problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training where required
• Manage all network hardware and equipment; security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems and hardware and software upgrades
• Contribute to the development and deployment of program information security for assigned systems to meet the program and enterprise requirements, policies, standards, guidelines and procedures
• Implement Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, product development and product maintenance for assigned system
• Facilitate development of security policies and support Continuous Monitoring (CONMON)
• Manage all personal computer (PC) recapitalization efforts to include coordinating with various internal and external service providers; communicate activities and financial impacts; ensure accurate and auditable information is available by maintaining asset database and performing inventories and usage monitoring of all IT assets to include software licensing
• Other duties assigned

Basic Job Requirements

• Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and five (5) years of work-related experience or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to nine (9) years if non-degreed; some locations may have additional or different qualifications in order to comply with local requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
• Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
• Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
• Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner

Other Job Requirements

• Must possess a clearance at the TS/SCI access level, and have favorably completed a government issued polygraph
• Security + certification or ability to obtain
• Install/configure Windows operating systems and software applications to include Active Directory, Group Policy, and Audit Logging.
• Experience administering and configuring VMWare 7 for virtualization
• Experience troubleshooting complex issues related to hardware/OS/application.
• Windows SCCM
• Experience working collaboratively with Network Engineers, System software developers, and administrators.
• Experience with configuring and troubleshooting patching issues.
• Experience with Windows Desktop OS as well as Windows Server.
• Managing and creating policies in an Active Directory/Group Policy.
• Hardening Windows systems and patching remediating as required in a timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Accredited degree or global equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
• May require Certified Network Engineer (CNE or CNE/NT) or Certified Network Administrator (CNA) credentials or other applicable certifications
• Information Technology (IT ) related experience in one or more of the following areas: data communications engineering, data and/or voice communications, hardware or software analysis, network administration, or management or data and/or voice communications equipment installation and maintenance
• Effectively adapts to rapidly changing technology and applies it to business needs
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills
• Demonstrated strong technical and non-technical communication and presentation skills in both oral and written formats

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.

Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.

Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.

Notice to Candidates: Background checks are carried out as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to & role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, passport verifications and Global Watchlist screening.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Salary Range: $83,000.00 - $154,000.00