Systems Administrator/Engineer - II (Systems Administrator/Engineer)

Systems Administrator/Engineer – IIIDS delivers innovative, mission-focused solutions that support national security and critical operations. Our teams combine deep technical expertise with real-world operational insight to solve complex challenges across the defense and public sectors. At IDS, you'll work on impactful programs in dynamic, high-stakes environments.LocationMuscatatuck, IndianaJob DescriptionIDS is seeking a skilled Systems Administrator/Engineer II to support advanced cyber environments and enterprise infrastructure within a DoD setting. This role requires a hands-on technical expert with strong experience in systems engineering, network architecture, virtualization, and automation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, deploying, and maintaining complex environments spanning physical, virtual, and cloud-based systems.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, configure, and maintain enterprise network and system architecturesDeploy and support routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, DNS, Active Directory, VLANs, and SANsPerform system provisioning, imaging, automation, and orchestrationManage and maintain virtualized and bare-metal environmentsSupport infrastructure monitoring and performance optimizationEngineer and administer Windows and Linux server environmentsIdentify and mitigate network vulnerabilities, threats, and attack vectorsSupport integration of emerging technologies including IoT, ICS/SCADA, RF devices, and camera systemsRequirementsEducationBachelor's degree in network engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related discipline OR equivalent experience in lieu of degreeCertificationsMust meet DoD 8140.03 IAT II requirements (e.g., Security+, CCNA Security, etc.)ExperienceMinimum of 7 years of experience as a Cyber SME, Cyber Architect, Systems Administrator/Engineer, or similar roleExperience designing and configuring: network infrastructure (routing, switching, firewalls), core services (DNS, Active Directory, VPNs, VLANs, SANs)Experience with automation, orchestration, and configuration management; tools such as Ansible, Python, and other open-source platformsExperience across cloud, physical, and virtual infrastructure environments; infrastructure monitoring and performance tuningExperience with hypervisors: VMware, KVM, XenStrong experience with Windows Enterprise and Linux system administration; cybersecurity principles, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniquesExposure to diverse technologies including ICS/SCADA systems, IoT devices, RF technologies and sensor systemsDesired SkillsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesExperience in complex, mission-driven environmentsAbility to work independently and within cross-functional teamsStrong documentation and communication skillsExperience supporting cyber range or lab environments (preferred)Security ClearanceActive Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) requiredEmployee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email View email address on click.appcast.io and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email. IDS International