IT Systems Administrator

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable IT Systems Administrator to support the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) in Stafford, VA. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in enabling the development and integration of cutting-edge warfighting concepts, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that will shape the future of Marine Corps operations. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team of professionals working on innovative projects that will have a direct impact on national defense.

As a member of our team, you will work closely with a talented group of professionals to provide technical support in a fast-paced, developmental environment. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of IT systems, rapid remediation in the event of failures, and providing expert technical support to a wide range of stakeholders. This will require a high degree of flexibility, versatility, and multi-skilled expertise, as well as the ability to adapt to changing priorities and respond to emerging needs.

The ideal candidate will have experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong technical skills, including hardware and software installation, configuration, and troubleshooting, are essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required, as you will be interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and coordination.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide information system test, modification, installation, implementation, security, and documentation to meet the evolving system requirements and reporting needs of programs and management
• Configure, operate and maintain physical and virtual Microsoft and Linux servers
• Install updates and patches to operating systems and command applications for the physical servers and workstations
• Troubleshoot advanced server, workstation, and software incidents.
• Perform routine Active Directory, account creation and maintenance tasks.
• Manage backup software including disk or tape utilization, backup schedules and restore operations.
• Create, test and modify Active Directory Group Policies
• Respond to incidents elevated from the Enterprise Desktop Support and Information Assurance Management section related to network matters/security incidents and resolve the incidents as directed
• Maintain enterprise services such as DNS, DHCP and NTP.
• Apply Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to operating systems and applications
• Maintain and update on-premises virtual platform such as VMware vSphere
• Maintain and update Hybrid cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure
• Develop and submit certification and accreditation documentation and assist and/or lead the Information Assurance Vulnerability Alert (IAVA) program
• Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) configuration and operations management

This position is located in Stafford, VA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Stafford or surrounding areas.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and a minimum of 5 years of enterprise IT support experience
CompTIA Security certification or similar DoD IAT Level II recognized certification
At least one Operating System Certification such as Microsoft Server Hybrid AZ-800, AZ-801, Azure administrator associate AZ-104, VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or Linux certifications
Experience with installations in classified environments
Knowledge of DoD STIGs
Extensive installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of physical and virtual Windows servers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently in developing technical solutions

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
Prior Military or DoD experience
Advanced Operating System certifications in Microsoft, Linux, or vSphere

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $95,106 - $161,680