Cyber Analyst (Network Sys Admin) - Junior

This position is contingent upon award of contract, business needs, and funding availability.

We are seeking a Junior Network & Systems Administrator to provide comprehensive support to Air Force Sensitive Compartmented Information (AFSCI) network environments and enterprise IT systems. This role supports Air Combat Command (ACC) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations by ensuring the reliability, security, and performance of classified network infrastructure, cloud services, and mission systems.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in network operations, systems administration, cloud environments, and cybersecurity compliance, with the ability to operate independently while supporting complex, multi-domain IT environments.

Essential Responsibilities: (describe the day-to-day)

• Support local Air Force Sensitive Compartmented Information (AFSCI) Network Administration (formerly JWICS), supporting all SCIFs and subordinate units.
• Perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of servers, workstations, and network systems supporting classified operations.
• Support all aspects of network service management to include user support, performance management, account management, security management, and fault management.
• Install, configure, update, and troubleshoot local base AFSCI network IT and network requirements, to include the following: Hardware and firmware updates, encryption devices, data networks, network drops, and network devices such as switches, routers, VoSIP, and firewalls.
• Perform installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of network switches, TACLANES, routers, computer data circuits, hardware installations, VOIP, DVTC, and related apparatus and peripherals required to network infrastructure.
• Provide technical solutions, including but not limited to, copper and fiber into a heterogeneous, manageable system for new and existing AFSCI network customers.
• Administer network IP address space, domain name system (DNS), dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP), and Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure
• Perform help desk support of IT systems
• Perform and provide technical solutions, guidance, and expertise for a variety of software and hardware taskings, including installation, removal, maintenance, configuration management, and restoration for all systems-based Enterprise Core Services
• Support implementation of RMF (Risk Management Framework) and Zero Trust principles.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

This position supports sensitive programs and requires strict adherence to DoD, Air Force, and IC cybersecurity, information assurance, and intelligence oversight standards.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Candidate must meet all DOD 8140 code 462 Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements for installing, configuring, maintaining and securing IT hardware & software.
• Experience in enterprise network infrastructure and troubleshooting, systems administration (Windows/Linux environments)
• Knowledge of network protocols, infrastructure, and system administration
• Familiarity with virtualization, cloud computing, and DevSecOps practices
• Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple domains

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to comply with all DoD, Air Force, and local security and conduct standards
• Ability to complete required training and maintain qualifications throughout the contract
• Contractor-provided training and certification upkeep (unless Government-directed)
• Ability to obtain and maintain required program, system, and facility access

Security Clearance Required:  TS/SCI eligibility.  

Minimum Education:   Associate’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR a 2 additional years of network or systems administration experience (total 5 years)

Minimum Years of Experience:  3 years of experience in network administration, systems administration, or related IT/ISR support roles, with recent experience within the last 2 years.

Required Certifications:

• Must meet DoD 8140.02 / DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification Requirements
• Appropriate DCWF role alignment (e.g., Cyber Defense Analyst, ISSO, Network or Systems Security roles)
• Ability to obtain/maintain additional certifications as required (e.g., Security+, CE, CASP+, or equivalent)
• Certification eligibility prior to contract performance (tracked and reported per Government standards)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of cloud and hybrid environments (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle, IC GovCloud)
• Familiarity with RMF, continuous monitoring, and security control assessments
• Experience supporting ISSO, Systems Administrator, or Network Security functions
• Familiarity with IC ITE architecture and Commercial Cloud Enterprise (C2E)
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture implementation

Amentum’s health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and, if eligible, a deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan. Employees will also receive 17 days of vacation per year, seven paid holidays, plus floating holidays and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and receive a performance discretionary bonus.
The base salary range for this position is $58k to $87k. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. 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.

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