Senior Network Engineer with Security Clearance

Overview System Administrator LOCATION: Eglin AFB JOB STATUS: Full-Time CLEARANCE: Top Secret/SCI CERTIFICATION: 8140 TRAVEL: 5% Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a System Administrator for the 782 nd Test Squadron located at Eglin AFB, FL. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Top Secret Clearance. US Citizenship required.
• Advanced degree in Computer Science or related field preferred; extensive experience may substitute for education with government approval.
• DoD 8140 compliance required; Security+ mandatory.
• Mastery of DISA STIGs, SCC, STIG Viewer, Host Base Security System, Assured Compliance Assessment Solution.
• Recognized industry leader with a proven track record of innovation and impact in system administration, cybersecurity, and information assurance.
• Extensive experience supporting classified, mission-critical environments within DoD or equivalent organizations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux OS environments, Windows Domains, Group Policies, PowerShell, Python, DNS, DHCP, TCP, UDP, Layer 2/3 networking.=
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and inspire multidisciplinary teams.
• Outstanding communication, customer interaction, and presentation skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• CISSP, CASP, or equivalent highly preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES
• Serve as the principal technical authority for information systems operations, cybersecurity, and information assurance, setting standards and guiding teams across the organization.
• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of security controls for real-time, standalone, and networked systems in classified environments.
• Direct vulnerability management, incident response, and risk mitigation strategies for complex, multispectral test facilities.
• Evaluate, select, and integrate emerging technologies to advance mission capabilities and support dynamic test programs.
• Architect robust configuration management and change control processes, ensuring traceability and integrity of system changes.
• Oversee Certification & Accreditation, audit, and compliance programs, leveraging advanced tools such as DISA STIGs, SCAP Compliance Checker, and STIG Viewer.
• Mentor and develop engineering and IT teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Develop and implement strategies for the evolution and growth of automation hardware and software infrastructure. #CJ #FloridaJobs