Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Team Lead) Senior

At AMEWAS we dont just support defense- we shape it. For over 40 years weve been a trusted partner of the Department of Defense (DoD) by providing cutting-edge engineering testing and evaluation for U.S. Navy weapons systems.

Our people are the heart of our mission. Across our headquarters in California Maryland and offices in Orlando FL and San Diego CA youll find a diverse and driven team committed to making a real impact for our Nations Warfighters.

If youre ready to grow your skills be challenged by meaningful work and contribute to something biggerthis is where you belong.

Come do work that matters. Join AMEWAS.

The Position:

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Team Lead)-Senior . The salary range of this position is $120000.00 - $165000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required.

About the location:

California MD and Patuxent River Maryland. To learn more about these areas please visit:

A typical day as a Network and Computer Systems Administrator (Team Lead)-Senior may include:

• Supports the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) Digital Networks & Applications (DNA) Department Holly III location as the Team Lead
• Leads/Tasks a team of System Administrators in their day-to- day activities and assignments
• Serves as the POC for the division and local customers
• Supports installs and configures/maintains the organizations local area network (LAN) data communications network operating systems and physical/virtual servers
• Performs system monitoring
• Verifies the integrity and availability of hardware network and server resources/systems
• Reviews system/application logs and verifies completion of scheduled jobs to include system backups
• Analyzes network/server resource consumption and controls user access
• Installs and upgrades software
• Maintains software licenses
• Assists in network emulation/virtualization analysis planning and coordinates between network and data communications hardware/software

Must-haves:

• BS Degree OR AS Degree with 2 years of additional work experience (9 years total) OR HS Diploma/Equivalent with 4 years of additional work experience (11 years total) OR Relevant Technical Certification with 4 years of additional work experience (11 years total) OR meets CSWF training requirements OR meets the CSWF certification requirements (CSWF Qualifications: years of relevant work experience
• Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) OR Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) OR Security CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP) OR Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O) OR GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT) OR GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) certification
• Experience with Windows 11 and Windows Server (current versions)
• Experience with Active Directory (AD) DHCP and DNS
• Experience with Networking
• Experience with Virtual environments
• Experience with STIGs
• The ability to maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance-Top Secret Clearance required to start

Desired Skills:

• Experience with AWS GovCloud and Microsoft Azure
• Experience with PDQ Deploy
• Experience with ACAS
• Experience with Python and/or PowerShell

Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:

Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset professionalism and discretion while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive team-oriented culture.

Physical Environment and Working Conditions:

The physical environment for this position requires the employee to support various labs at PAX River and Holly III for a majority of their day. The physical environment also requires the employee to work in an office sitting in a cubicle or at a desk looking at a computer for part of the day.

The employee may be required to travel short distances to offices/conference rooms and buildings on site or near the work site. On rare occasions overnight travel may be required.

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Heres an added perk: If youre a current AMEWAS employee and your referral is hired you could earn a referral bonus!

Our Excellent Benefits and Perks:

Staying connected to our core values sets us apart from our competition! AMEWAS recognizes and rewards performance dedication and creativity. We are committed to investing in our employees and their future by providing them with competitive compensation creative work teams and the opportunity to grow in their career. We also provide a robust benefits package including:

• Medical dental vision 401(k) Life/AD&D/STD/LTD insurance
• Paid vacation holiday and sick leave
• Generous tuition and training assistance program
• Relocation assistance
• Sign-on bonuses
• Employee longevity recognition
• Community involvement and outreach
• Team building events
• Recognition program
• Wellness program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mobile service discount
• Fitness reimbursement program

AMEWAS is committed to equal employment opportunity. We recruit employ train compensate and promote without regard to race religion color national origin age sex disability protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Recruiting department via phone at or email at .

AMEWAS participates in E-Verify to confirm eligibility to work in the United States.

Please note: AMEWAS does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party staffing agencies recruiters or headhunters.

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority