Systems Administrator Principal

Amentum is seeking a Systems Administrator Principal for the Space Force Range Contract at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, FL.

Essential Functions

• Perform Microsoft 2003/2008/2016/2019 systems administrator duties for a complex virtual enclave computing environment
• Analyze, log, track and resolve complex software/hardware anomalies pertaining to networking connectivity, printers, servers, and applications to meet mission needs

• Oversee hardware/software installations and upgrades to ensure work is properly performed in accordance with company/Space Force policy

• Organize, coordinate and monitor troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common system problems; document system events to ensure continuous functioning

• Recommend course of action and implement as approved

• Perform system backups and standard administrator duties

• Interface with all levels of Space Force, Department of Defense, Eastern Range customers and management

• Review system logs for vulnerability optimization and suggest improvements and initiatives as appropriate

• Conduct Information Assurance Assessments

• Provide technical guidance and leadership to other system administrators

• Provide technical support to the engineering department for IT related initiatives and projects

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Ability to analyze, provide and implement solutions for, and document, hardware and software problems

• Advanced verbal and written skills

• Ability to provide leadership to meet deadlines under critical time and cost constraints

• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel in a courteous and professional manner

• Ability to work well in fast paced and stressful environment

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment

• Possess strong organizational skills with specific emphasis on attention to detail

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in an associated discipline, (Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering) or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Minimum of eight (8) years' experience with system administration and related Information Systems, Computer/Network Security

• Advanced experience troubleshooting problems in a large complex environment

• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008/2016/2019 systems administration and networking

• Thorough knowledge of the following:

• Windows 2000, NT, XP, Win 7, Win 10, WIN 11

• San technology - storage - switches - Fiber channel and iSCSI

• VMWare Data Center Virtualization technology

• Windows 2008/2016/2019 Active Directory administration

• Red Hat Linux 5 + newer, and CLI interface

• Juniper Firewalls

• Advanced experience installing, configuring and troubleshooting O/S and server applications such as IIS, SharePoint, and MS SQL server

• Knowledge of the following:

• American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) files

• Cisco IOS commands

• Unix system administration certification, preferred

• Thorough knowledge of data communications protocols (TCP/IP); principles and practices of security implementation in the areas of data communications and information systems; PKI, data encryption, and encryption equipment, Firewalls; Air Force, and Department of Defense security regulations, and perimeter protection, preferred

• Familiar with Information Technology on the eastern range; networks, servers, PCs, network interfaces, security concerns and postures, preferred

• DoD 8570 Certification (Security+ CE or CISSP or CASP), or ability to obtain and maintain certification within six months of employment

• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Compensation Details:
$111,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:
01/26/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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