Sense and Warn Systems Administrator

General information

Requisition # R59334 Locations USA-VA-Sterling Posting Date 03/17/2025 Security Clearance Required Secret Remote Type Onsite Time Type Full time

Description & Requirements

Transform the future of federal services with ManTech! Join a vibrant, energetic team committed to enhancing national security and public services through innovative tech. Since 1968, we’ve partnered with Federal Civilian sectors to deliver impactful solutions. Engage in exciting projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Ignite your career and drive change. Your journey starts now—innovate and excel with ManTech!

ManTech seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented S&W Systems Administrator to join our team in the Northern Virginia area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• The Sense & Warn (S&W) Systems Administrator is responsible for but not limited to: conducting installation, configuration, troubleshooting and/or maintenance of device integration of active networks, LAN/WAN, OSI layers, routing and switching, virtualization, hardware, packet sniffing, network monitoring software, data recovery, and enforce configuration management. 
• Additionally, the System Administrator will be responsible for conducting independent research and analysis to tackle system/network challenges and provide in-depth reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four (4) years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field.
• In depth understanding of:
  • The roles that RF, terrain, climate, and physical location play in network maintenance, implementation, and reliability 
  • Windows Server configuration 
  • Network routing 
  • Virtualization 
  • Hardware compatibility and limitations 
  • Hardware troubleshooting  
  • Network cable termination (copper/fiber)
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Windows operating systems and office automation software (e.g., Microsoft Office, SharePoint).
• Travel to domestic and international work locations, to include high threat and austere locations, as necessary to support inspection and quality of the S&W operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Troubleshooting across all OSI layers
• Wireshark or equivalent packet sniffing software
• InterMapper or equivalent network monitoring software
• RF Mesh network and PTP Backhaul
• Experienced in using/implementing imaging software (i.e. ghost) and cyber security applications

Clearance Requirements:

• Must have a current active Secret security clearance.
• Must be immediately eligible for and able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance and eligible for SCI access.

Physical Requirements:

• Moves about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Frequently required to walk, bend, or squat on occasion to fix computer equipment.
• Moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across and/or around shop floors.
• Uses hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently works in warehouses and buildings that may be hot, cold, drafty, and poorly lighted.
• Occasionally works outdoors in all types of terrain and weather conditions.
• Communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

 

ManTech International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.