Systems Administrator

Leidos is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Systems Administrator to support mission-critical operations at MacDill AFB. This role is ideal for an early career professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is eager to build hands-on experience managing both classified and unclassified systems.

You will play a key role in supporting the maintenance, optimization, and security of enterprise systems that directly contribute to operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain a range of physical and virtual systems.
• Design, plan, and execute system backups and disaster recovery processes.
• Perform daily operations and maintenance of VMware technologies including ESXi, Horizon, vCenter, and vSphere.
• Manage and maintain enterprise storage solutions such as Nutanix and Dell platforms.
• Support virtual desktop infrastructure including virtual desktops and connection brokers.
• Build and deploy virtual desktop images using established USMC standard ISOs.
• Apply system patches, updates, and custom fixes across supported environments.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize system performance across hardware, software, and network services.
• Maintain cybersecurity compliance and accreditation for all supported systems

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• DoD IAT Level I certification or higher, or Security+ / Network+ certification.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Experience supporting zero client technology.
• Hands-on experience with VMware vSphere, hypervisor management, and VDI environments.
• Experience or familiarity with Nutanix AOS.
• Experience building and deploying ESXi servers, including cluster creation and expansion.
• Experience creating VMware images for Windows Server and Windows 10/11.
• Practical experience with Microsoft Server virtualization deployment and maintenance.
• Experience implementing VMware Horizon View.
• Proficiency with Windows 10 and 11.
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy management.
• Valid U.S. passport with ability to travel internationally on short notice.
• Ability to work in austere and drug-free environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of systems training experience.
• VMware Certified Associate or Professional certification.
• Nutanix Certified Associate or Professional certification.
• Ability to respond to crisis situations and support surge operations, including extended work hours.