CyberSecurity/SysAdmin

Leidos Corporate Information Security team, reporting through the Digital sector, is seeking an early career System Administrator to join our team. In this role, you'll play a key part in contributing to hardware and software implementation and overall infrastructure support within a classified environment. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with information assurance requirements, and guaranteeing continuity of operations.

Our ideal candidate is a reliable troubleshooter, adept at handling multiple priorities, someone who is resourceful and able to cope with shifting demands. Whether working independently or collaboratively, you’re self-managed and customer focused.

All work is to be performed onsite in our Huntsville, AL office.

You must currently hold an active Secret clearance to qualify for consideration. You must also be eligible to obtain Top Secret clearance upon hire.

Set up and maintain Windows servers, desktops, and network devices; some Linux experience is highly preferred

Contribute to hardware/software implementation, and overall infrastructure support.

Document system configurations and baselines.

Utilize desktop and server virtualization within Hyper‑V, VMWare vSphere and ESXI.

Handle ticket load and prioritization of daily on‑site support and troubleshooting.

Work on multiple projects, either as a team member or occasionally leading a project .

Manage user accounts and access control in a domain or stand‑alone environment.

Ensure the proper marking, handling, and storage of classified materials.

Troubleshoot and repair Windows operating system issues on server and workstations.

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of two 2 years of System Administrator experience. Current Secret clearance with ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance.

Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP)

Familiarity with Risk Management Framework environments and requirements for Windows and Linux systems.

Experience with desktop and server virtualization within Hyper‑V, VMWare vSphere and ESXI.

Strong written and verbal communication skills in support of providing the highest level of customer service.

Ability to interface effectively with security agencies, customers, and management.

Previous experience in a classified Collateral environment / SAP / SCI.

Understanding of network concepts, Type 1 encryption devices (e.g., TACLANE), and cybersecurity tools.

Knowledge of securely configuring network equipment (switches and firewalls).

Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.