Network and Computer Systems Administrator (24x7 Operations) (5457) (TS/SCI CI Poly) (Ft. Bragg, NC)
SMX is seeking a highly skilled Network and Computer Systems Administrator to provide 24x7 operational support for classified enterprise systems and mission networks. Responsibilities include proactive monitoring, incident response, break/fix support, configuration management, patch management, and system availability for critical Army mission systems. We are seeking professionals to support the Ground Intelligence Support Activity (GISA) who are responsible for the overall architecture of various technologies, transmission, and termination of digital communication across the globe for the Department of Army on behalf of the U.S. Army G2.
This is a full-time onsite position in Ft. Bragg, NC.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Experience with administering operating systems, including Windows or Linux, and deploying patches
- Experience with network attached storage
- Experience with maintaining virtualization platforms, including Hyper-V
- Experience with administering AD objects, users, groups, and organizational units
- Experience with developing systems deployment task sequences using desktop deployment tools, including Microsoft SCCM/MECM or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT)
- Knowledge of Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) and CRLs
- Knowledge of backup and recovery of complex systems
- Responsible for maintaining an operational network in a facility to that maintains 24/7/365 operations.. Responsible for implementing infrastructure and cyber security controls, that include enhanced detection of vulnerability capabilities.
Required Skills, Experience & Education
- TS/SCI CI Poly clearance
- Experience with architecting and designing IP networks, including developing and documenting network topologies
- Experience with troubleshooting and restoring network and system outages
- Experience with implementing Cisco ISE and a TACACS provider
- Experience with designing and implementing DoD enclaves, including compute storage, networking, routing, switching, firewalls, and end-user devices
- Experience with cisco Spine and Leaf network architectures
- Knowledge of multi-domain architectures, including data center, WAN, and LAN in virtualized architectures
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years supporting enterprise IT operations.
- Experience administering Windows and Linux servers.
- Experience with VMware.
- Experience troubleshooting enterprise networking.
- Knowledge of Active Directory.
- Experience implementing DISA STIGs.
- Security+ CE.
Desired Skills/Experience
- Experience with technical system security reviews using system scan tools, including ACAS and SCAP
- Experience with enterprise server, storage, software, and application services
- Experience in pushing configurations with automation through Ansible or Terraform
- Knowledge of building and maintaining SolarWinds NPM and IPAM
- Bachelor's degree
- Microsoft MCSA/MCSE Certification
Application Deadline: September 7, 2026
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At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.
We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.
SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.
Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years supporting enterprise IT operations
- Administer Windows servers
- Administer Linux servers
- VMware administration
- Troubleshoot enterprise networking
- Active Directory knowledge
- Implement DISA STIGs
- Security+ CE certification
- TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance
- GIAC certifications
- Splunk
- CISSP
- Microsoft Defender
- CrowdStrike
- ACAS
- Army cybersecurity experience
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with a dollar‑for‑dollar match on the first 5% and immediate vesting is called out in role descriptions. Traditional and Roth options support long‑term savings.
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SMX is a global technology and advanced engineering provider specializing in Cloud Solutions, C5ISR, and Advanced Engineering / IT. Our tradition of delivering innovative, technical solutions dates back to 1995, however, you may know us better by one of our legacy company names: Trident Technologies, Smartronix, Datastrong, or C2S Consulting Group. With the support of OceanSound Partners, our private equity investment sponsor, we began operating as one business starting in 2019 and became SMX in 2021. We operate in close proximity to our clients around the globe and have core locations in Alabama, California, the DC Metro, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Today, as SMX, we are one team and together empower government and commercial enterprises to become more effective, innovative, and resilient, no matter what challenges they face. SMX offers competitive benefits, excellent work environments, and growth opportunities for our employees while continuing to expand operations and support our communities. We have more than 25 years of rapid and consistent growth with continuous recognition as an employer-of-choice technology company. In addition, we have earned coveted industry quality and business certifications; have a strong commitment to business partnerships, ethics, compliance, and sustainability; and have a multitude of premier contracting vehicles. The combination of these attributes allows us to provide sound, repeatable business solutions yet remain flexible and agile to quickly adapt to specific customer requirements. Committed to ensuring the highest levels of customer satisfaction, SMX is structured around the programs and technologies we support to provide optimal and seamless operations. We have maintained a reputation for excellence, helping to assure the missions of our Department of Defense, Public Sector, Fortune 1000, and other Government and commercial customers.
