Systems/Network Administrator Lead (Planned Position) with Security Clearance

MicroHealth LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MicroHealth LLC is seeking a Systems/Network Administrator Lead to support the USMEPCOM enterprise. The role covers systems/network administration, O&M, and service ownership to ensure enterprise operations meet defined service levels. An Active Secret Clearance is required.

The candidate will lead outage response, coordinate with vendors, and drive incident response planning to maintain security and availability across distributed networks.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with IPv4 or IPv6 protocol stacks.
• DoD 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program certifications.
• ITIL v4 Practice Manager Certification or ITIL v4 Foundation Certification (or higher).

Responsibilities

• Apply RMF security principles to maintain compliance with regulations.
• Provide engineering, integration, and testing support for infrastructure.
• Configure systems including hardware, software, and OS integration.
• Lead the contractor team responsible for O&M of all USMEPCOM networks.
• Lead the Outage Response Team and oversee outage response and recovery.
• Coordinate outages with third parties and inform USMEPCOM leadership.
• Direct the ORT and develop outage response procedures.
• Create and maintain Incident Response Plan and review quarterly.

Skills

Security+

ITIL v4 Certification

IPv4/IPv6 expertise

Education

DoD 8140 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification

Two or more network certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCIE)

Tools

VMware/ESXi

Windows

UNIX/Linux

SQL Server

SharePoint

Job description

MicroHealth is seeking a qualified Systems/Network Administrator Lead to support the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) enterprise. This position is responsible for systems/network administration, operations and maintenance (O&M), and associated activities for platforms installed throughout the USMEPCOM enterprise. The Systems/Network Administrator Lead will serve as the contractor's service owner for service solutions and will ensure enterprise operations meet defined service levels. **Active Secret Clearance Required

Key Responsibilities

• Apply security principles, practices, and procedures under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to maintain compliance with applicable security regulations.
• Provide engineering development, integration, interface design analysis, infrastructure integration, and software/hardware testing support.
• Perform system-level configuration of products, including validation of hardware, software, and operating system integration while maintaining interoperability with legacy systems.
• Provide technical planning and organize the contractor team responsible for O&M of all USMEPCOM-constructed networks.
• Lead the Outage Response Team (ORT) and oversee all activities related to network outage response and recovery, including Continuity of Operations (COOP) and disaster recovery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact during outages, coordinating with third parties (agencies, vendors, etc.) and informing USMEPCOM leadership of outage status.
• Coordinate and direct the ORT, taking responsibility for resolution efforts.
• Develop and maintain outage response procedures and ensure team readiness.
• Create and maintain the Incident Response Plan; review quarterly to ensure accuracy of system names, procedures, and documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Certifications in accordance with DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program (e.g., Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, CASP+/SecurityX)
• ITIL v4 Practice Manager Certification or ITIL v4 Foundation Certification (or higher).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with IPv4 or IPv6 protocol stacks.

Active Secret Clearance. Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing enterprise IT teams across geographically separated locations, supporting O&M of servers (physical/virtual), operating systems (Windows, UNIX/LINUX), databases (Microsoft/SQL), collaboration tools (SharePoint), VMWare, ESXi, software applications, scripting, SANs, and enterprise computer security.
• 1+ years of experience leading network personnel and coordinating outage response procedures.
• 5+ years of experience with cloud-based solutions and/or virtual desktop environments.
• 5+ years of experience in network/system administration, including outage response and incident management.
• 1+ years of experience with DISA network transport solutions or comparable large-scale enterprise/Federal mission network environments.
• 6+ years of experience supporting global network systems/subsystems, troubleshooting LAN, MPLS, BGP, WAN, and network/service availability issues, and recommending fixes/enhancements.
• 3+ years of experience with IPv4 and/or IPv6 protocol stacks.
• 3+ years of experience planning and executing local and long-haul communications.
• Two or more network certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CCNP, CCIE)
• At least one information security certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCSP)
• 3+ years of experience supporting and troubleshooting firewall appliances, rulesets, and firewall solutions.

Salary: $125,000-$140,000 (Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs)

Benefits

• Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid holidays, PTO, commuter benefits, employee assistance program (EAP), and educational reimbursement

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee may lift or move objects up to 5 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

If you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to with your request and contact information.

MicroHealth is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against employees or qualified applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law