Network and Computer Systems Engineer (5246)

SMX•San Diego, CA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

SMX is seeking a System Administrator to join their team, providing on-site support for the Navy Region Southwest command in San Diego, California. The role involves administering and maintaining Windows-based operating environments across enterprise systems, including configuration management, system hardening, patch deployment, and performance tuning to meet organizational baselines and security compliance. Responsibilities include providing Tier II/III support, diagnosing and resolving incidents, analyzing system logs, performing root cause analysis, and implementing corrective actions. The System Administrator will collaborate with project managers, field engineering teams, and government stakeholders on system enhancements, new capabilities, and performance optimization, ensuring compliance with Authority to Operate (ATO) controls and cybersecurity frameworks. This position operates within a mission-critical environment, leading core system administration functions and leveraging telemetry, monitoring tools, and operational metrics for actionable insights to enhance system reliability, security, and readiness. A DoD secret security clearance is required, necessitating US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Requirements

Active Secret or higher security clearance.
Bachelor’s degree + 4 years DoD experience, OR Associate + 8 years total experience, OR High School Diploma + 10 years total experience.
Current Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II (Navy CSWF compliant) certification.
Networking: Cisco/Juniper routing, switching, port management, mapping, and complex troubleshooting.
Systems Admin: Windows administration, GPO, patching, backups, and vulnerability mitigation.
Cybersecurity: RMF Step 6 Continuous Monitoring, STIG implementation, CVE analysis, and DoD compliance.
Vulnerability Management: ACAS scan validation, remediation planning, and VRAM/eMASS documentation.
Database & Systems: SQL/DQL data retrieval and IP-based camera system support.
Specialized Security Platforms: Access Control: Hands-on expertise with Milestone, Lenel OnGuard, DAQ SMS, CCure 9000, and Honeywell-Vindicator.
Hardware: Proficient with Magnasphere, HID, Axis, Pelco, and Bosch Security Systems.
Professional Capabilities: Operations: Collaborative liaison for DoD organizations, SMEs, and government customers to ensure readiness.
Execution: Expert in technical writing, incident documentation, and multi-project management.
Problem Solving: Analytical thinker capable of delivering clear guidance in fast-paced environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with ISSE, ISSM, or ISSO in fast paced DoD, deadline-driven environment.
Milestone, Lenel OnGuard, AXIS Certified Professional or similar industry certification.
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification.
CompTIA A+, Network+, VMWare/VCP certifications.
Ability to clearly communicate technical network and computer troubleshooting concepts, protocols and methods.
Experience with SQL, VMWare or other database repositories.
Experience with DoD Electronic Security System (ESS) programming and admin.

Responsibilities

Implement computer networking concepts, protocols, and security methodologies to support secure and reliable system operations.
Conduct detailed network mapping to document system interconnections, identify data flows, validate network architecture, and support troubleshooting and RMF documentation.
Implement secure network architecture principles, including system configuration, routing, and LAN topology design.
Apply network and computer protection protocols such as firewalls, access control, and account management.
Apply weekly and as needed software updates and patches across all system components to meet cybersecurity requirements.
Perform and maintain monthly system backups to ensure data integrity and recoverability.
Manage Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) to support remediation efforts and field system troubleshooting.
Apply monthly maintenance and vulnerability mitigation on Windows OS GFE systems.
Ensure monitoring tools remain operational and provide accurate alerting for events, incidents, and system anomalies.
Deliver comprehensive help desk support to local and remote users, ensuring system functionality, interoperability, and rapid issue resolution.
Proactively diagnose hardware, software, network, and account related issues using structured troubleshooting methodologies.
Provide clear, step by step technical guidance to users with varying levels of technical proficiency.
Document incidents, service requests, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in accordance with organizational standards.
Escalate complex issues to SMEs or higher tier support and coordinate equipment replacement or configuration as needed.
Consistently meet help desk response and resolution requirements for government customers.
Execute system changes and configuration modifications as directed by the Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to maintain cybersecurity compliance.
Maintain and update documentation required for RMF Step 6 - Continuous Monitoring activities.
Monitor CVEs and cybersecurity directives to ensure continuous compliance with evolving security requirements.
Prepare and deliver monthly cybersecurity posture reports to the Regional ISSM.
Review, analyze, and validate ACAS scan results to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps.
Assess findings against system baselines and security controls to determine severity, operational impact, and remediation priority.
Provide detailed feedback to ISSE and SMEs, clearly outlining root causes, affected components, and recommended corrective actions.
Develop structured remediation plans with defined timelines, responsible parties, and verification steps.
Track remediation progress and follow up with technical teams to ensure timely closure of findings.
Perform targeted re-scans to validate that corrective actions fully resolved vulnerabilities without introducing new issues.
Document findings, remediation actions, and verification results for submission to VRAM and eMASS in alignment with RMF reporting standards.
Identify recurring or systemic issues and recommend long term improvements to strengthen overall cyber posture.
Coordinate with system SMEs to resolve advanced application and system issues.
Support remediation plans and field troubleshooting through effective GFE management and technical collaboration.