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IBCS System Admin

Huntsville, AL, US • Posted 3 days ago • Updated 2 hours ago

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Skills

Technical Support
System Integration
Field Service
Embedded Systems
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Routers
Routing Protocols
OSPF
VMware
Hosting
COTS
Configuration Management
Content Management
Change Management
Documentation
Computer Hardware
Help Desk
Tier 2
Training
Security Clearance
Security+
Customer Engagement
DoD
Linux Administration
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
CentOS
Command-line Interface
Scripting
Log Analysis
Microsoft Windows Server Administration
Active Directory
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
DHCP
Group Policy
Domain Management
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
Subnetwork
VLAN
Switches
Routing
Firewall
Virtualization
VMware vSphere
Hyper-V
Virtual Machines
Provisioning
Resource Allocation
Communication
Military
Leadership
Telecommunications
Network Administration
Linux+
Network+
Red Hat Linux
RHCSA
SIPRNet
Network
Management
Adobe AIR
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Technical Support
System Integration
Field Service
Embedded Systems
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Routers
Routing Protocols
OSPF
VMware
Hosting
COTS
Configuration Management
Content Management
Change Management
Documentation
Computer Hardware
Help Desk
Tier 2
Training
Security Clearance
Security+
Customer Engagement
DoD
Linux Administration
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
CentOS
Command-line Interface
Scripting
Log Analysis
Microsoft Windows Server Administration
Active Directory
Dragon NaturallySpeaking
DNS
DHCP
Group Policy
Domain Management
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
Subnetwork
VLAN
Switches
Routing
Firewall
Virtualization
VMware vSphere
Hyper-V
Virtual Machines
Provisioning
Resource Allocation
Communication
Military
Leadership
Telecommunications
Network Administration
Linux+
Network+
Red Hat Linux
RHCSA
SIPRNet
Network
Management
Adobe AIR
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Summary

Job ID: 2614369

Location: Huntsville, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-07-08

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Sys Administrator

Schedule: Full-Time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes - 50% of the time

Minimum Clearance Required: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None

Potential for Remote Work: ORA_ON_SITE

Description

SAIC is currently seeking a System Admin to support SAICs Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) Team.

The primary work location is on-site in Huntsville, AL, with occasional travel to other locations both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS).

MUST commit to a TWO-YEAR assignment outside the continental United States (OCONUS) at a future date. Please note deployments with assigned unit may include hostile areas.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This team delivers high-level technical support, system integration, and field service engineering for the IBCS Program in direct support of U.S. Army fielding. You will serve as an embedded system administrator in a deployed tactical environment - managing classified networks, hardened Linux and Windows systems, and virtualized infrastructure while operating alongside military units.

Administer and sustain Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems in fielded IBCS configurations; manage system health, patching, and configuration management
Administer Windows Server environments including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy in classified network enclaves
Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain tactical networks including routers, switches, VLANs, and routing protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF)
Manage virtualized infrastructure (VMware/Hyper-V) hosting IBCS applications and COTS/GOTS software integrations
Execute CM-directed system updates, patches, and configuration changes on fielded IBCS systems in accordance with program release documentation
Represent the IBCS program as the primary technical point of contact for supported units
Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network faults across integrated IBCS subsystems; escalate to program engineering as required
Provide feedback to program leadership on system performance, reliability trends, and end-user issues
Support Program Help Desk as tier-2/3 escalation point
Assist in system emplacement, initialization, and configuration at new fielding sites
Conduct operator and maintainer training on IBCS system operation and administration

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years' experience; six (6) years' additional experience may be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle)

REQUIRED CLEARANCE

Active DoD Secret Clearance required; U.S. Citizenship required

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

IAT Level II certification (CompTIA Security+ CE strongly preferred; must obtain within 180 days of hire if not already active per DoD 8570/8140)

REQUIRED SKILLS

Linux system administration - RHEL or CentOS; command line proficiency, scripting, user/permission management, log analysis
Windows Server administration - Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Group Policy, domain management
Networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, subnetting, VLANs, switching/routing, firewall rules; ability to independently troubleshoot network connectivity across multi-segment environments
Virtualization platform experience - VMware vSphere or Hyper-V; VM provisioning, snapshot management, resource allocation
Demonstrated ability to work in field or operationally austere environments
Able to lift and transport equipment up to 50 lbs unassisted
Effective oral and written communication; able to translate technical findings for military operators and leadership
Ability to prioritize and execute in high-pressure, time-constrained environments

DESIRED SKILLS

Army 25-series or 255-series background highly preferred: 25B (IT Specialist), 25N (Nodal Network Systems), 25U (Signal Support Systems), 25W (Telecommunications Operations Chief), 255A (Information Services Technician), 255N (Network Management Technician), or 255S (Information Protection Technician)
Army Air Defense background: 140A (C2 Systems Technician), 140K (AMD Systems Maintainer Technician), 14E (Patriot Fire Control), 14G (Air Defense Artillery - IBCS), or 14H (Air Defense Enhanced Early Warning)
Experience operating or maintaining Army tactical network systems (WIN-T, JNN, HCLOS, PACE planning environments)
CompTIA Linux+, Network+, or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Familiarity with SIPRNet and classified network enclave management
IBCS or similar Army C2 / Air Defense system experience
Willingness to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) and comply with state requirements

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2614369
Posted 3 days ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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