Senior System Administrator

AFRL plans and executes U.S. Air Force programs in basic research, exploratory development, and advanced development. Delaware Nation Industries (DNI) provides organizational support to AFRL at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, including the secure operation and continuous improvement of information systems that support the AFRL mission.The Senior Systems Administrator serves as a senior technical lead in a complex mixed Windows/Linux enterprise environment. This role is responsible for the administration, security, sustainment, and improvement of core infrastructure and hosted services, including server platforms, virtualization, storage, databases, web and application hosting, and identity services. The ideal candidate is an experienced enterprise administrator with broad technical depth, strong operational judgment, and the ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and escalation support in a compliance-driven environment.Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.Key ResponsibilitiesServe as a senior systems administrator and technical lead in a mixed Windows/Linux enterprise environmentAdminister and support enterprise infrastructure, including servers, virtualization platforms, storage systems, databases, hosted services, and related enterprise technologiesManage core services such as VMware vSphere, network storage, file services, web hosting, and application hostingTroubleshoot and resolve complex issues affecting infrastructure, integrated services, system performance, and operational availabilitySupport infrastructure upgrades, lifecycle management, technology refresh efforts, and service improvement initiativesImplement and maintain cybersecurity requirements, including system hardening, vulnerability remediation, PKI integration, and support for Assessment and Authorization activitiesProvide technical leadership, mentorship, and escalation support to administrators and other IT personnelCoordinate with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, mission partners, and stakeholders to maintain reliable, secure, and interoperable servicesImprove administrative processes, operational workflows, and standard operating proceduresSupport automation and standardization using enterprise administration and configuration management toolsRequirementsMinimum of 7 years of experience as a Systems Administrator in enterprise IT environmentsExperience administering complex infrastructure in a mixed-OS enterprise environment, including strong experience with Windows-based enterprise systemsExperience supporting core infrastructure services such as virtualization, enterprise storage, hosted services, and platform administrationExperience troubleshooting complex infrastructure and service issues in an enterprise environmentDemonstrated experience implementing and maintaining secure, compliant systems in accordance with Department of War cybersecurity requirementsDemonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, mentor personnel, and serve as a senior escalation pointMust possess an active DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level I certification, such as Security+Must possess an active Secret security clearance or higherPreferred QualificationsExperience with VMware vSphere administration in an enterprise environmentExperience with enterprise storage administration, including network storage and file servicesExperience supporting databases, hosted web services, and application hosting platformsExperience xhyhwjd supporting Linux systems in an enterprise environmentExperience with identity and access management, including Active Directory and related authentication servicesExperience with patching, configuration management, automation, or systems management platformsExperience with scripting or task automation using PowerShell, Bash, or similar toolsExperience supporting high-availability, regulated, or mission-critical environmentsBenefits Include:Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, DentalMatching 401KShort- and Long-Term DisabilityPet InsuranceProfessional Development/Education ReimbursementParking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areasOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans