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Network and Computer Systems Administrator with Security Clearance

Intelligent Waves LLCFort Belvoir, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This on-site role offers a competitive salary of $147,000 and the chance to directly impact national defense by managing secure, high-performance computing environments. You'll thrive here if you possess expertise in complex technical assignments and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Apply today to join a mission-focused team and advance your career in a vital sector.

Quick Overview

Salary
$147k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Overview Intelligent Waves is seeking a highly skilled and mission-focused Network and Computer Systems Administrator to support critical operations for our government customer. This role is essential in maintaining and advancing secure, high-performance computing environments that are vital to national defense and operational success. As a key member of our technical team, the Network and Computer Systems Administrator will provide comprehensive Tier 1-3 support within a cloud infrastructure environment.

This position requires a professional with demonstrated expertise in complex, multi-domain technical assignments. The ideal candidate will bring innovation and initiative, applying original approaches to problem-solving while operating with significant autonomy. Contributions will directly support mission deliverables and measurable performance outcomes.

Location: Fort Belvoir, VA Travel: This Network and Computer Systems Administrator position is an on-site position at Fort Belvoir, VA with up to 10% travel to other sites. Travel will be reimbursed based on GSA Per Diem rates and DoD Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) Schedule: Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and some holidays, as necessary. Shift will likely be approximately 1500-2300, Monday through Friday.

Clearance Requirement: This Network and Computer Systems Administrator position must be a United States Citizen and hold a current Top Secret, with SCI eligibility, security clearance.

Compensation Range: $138,000---$147,000 Intelligent Waves delivers mission-focused multi-domain operational expertise and innovation to the Government through high-impact technology solutions in cybersecurity, data science, enterprise network & systems engineering, software development, and cognitive human performance. ANYTIME. ANYWHERE. ANY DOMAIN. Since 2006, we have proudly served federal agencies including the Department of Defense.

Our ability to operate globally in a wide range of environments, coupled with our deep understanding of customer needs and requirements, enables us to provide cost-effective solutions that support some of the nation's most complex and mission-critical objectives. Adherence to all customer site protocols is mandatory for employees. Responsibilities Service Request Management

  • Fulfill Tier 1-3 tenant service requests within cloud infrastructure environments.
  • Address and resolve tenant access requests efficiently.
  • Escalate service requests when necessary to ensure timely resolution. System Monitoring & Maintenance
  • Monitor operational environments to maintain system health and ensure availability. Cloud Provisioning & Configuration
  • Provision and configure Tenant Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs) to support infrastructure needs. Project Support & Metrics
  • Contribute to project deliverables as required.
  • Track and report on performance metrics to support continuous improvement Qualifications Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field and at least 3 years of experience implementing security principles and administering IT systems.
  • 6 years of hands-on experience administering IT systems may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

Certifications:

  • Compliant with DoDD 8570.01-M requirements; must hold IAT Level II baseline certification (e.g., Security+) and obtain an AWS certification within 30 days of hire.

Technical Experience:

  • 3+ years supporting operations and maintenance for secure information management systems, including monitoring network availability and executing maintenance to uphold network performance and security.
  • At least 1 year of experience using scripting languages such as Bash, Ansible, or YAML.
  • 3+ years of experience with Linux operating systems and command-line interface (CLI) tools.
  • 1+ year of experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Container technologies.
  • 1+ year of experience with Windows operating systems and Active Directory.

Benefits Intelligent Waves offers a generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, life and disability insurance. We invest in our employees' futures by contributing with vesting starting from DAY 1, technical training, tuition bonuses, and much more. Clearance Statement Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

For this position, Intelligent Waves will consider only applicants with current security clearances or those eligible to obtain one. Equal Opportunity Intelligent Waves LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants and employees in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Affirmative Action and

Equal Opportunity Employer, Intelligent Waves is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified candidates and employees. If you need reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact . A Veteran-Friendly Organization #IW
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Skills

Bash
AWS
Ansible
Active Directory

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