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System Administrator III

Agile Defense, LLC
United States, Illinois, Scott Air Force Base
Nov 13, 2025
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That's why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next. Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation's most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility-leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation's vital interests. Requisition #: 1283 Job Title - System Administrator III Location - Scott AFB Clearance Level - Secret Required Certifications - IAT Level II or Greater Summary Looking for a candidate with a strong understanding of automation engineering. Candidate should be familiar with Windows Server 2022, Server 2016, and Red Hat Linux 8.x, including configuring OS settings via automation. Candidate should be familiar with engineering practices and be capable of analyzing requirements and developing a supportable, well documented end product to meet customer needs. Candidate should have a strong background in troubleshooting methodologies and be open to learning new skills. Strong Background in automation engineering Automation development experience using VBScript, Bash, SQL, PowerShell, batch, HTA Strong process and engineering documentation skills Ability to break down process and developer documentation in to logically automatable steps AWS Experience a plus Symantec Altiris and GSS Experience Windows, Red Hat Linux admin experience Familiar with automating and troubleshooting DISA STIG implementations SQL 2008 R2 and higher and/or other DBA experience a plus Job Duties and Responsibilities Act as third level support with strong troubleshooting skillset Provides System Administration for systems, servers, appliances, communications devices and software for AMC's C2 and Business Systems. Ensures systems, servers, appliances, communications devices and operating system/application software are properly configured for network operation, are on-line and are available to customers. Provide Level 3 expertise for AMC's C2 and Business systems. Qualifications Required Certifications Strong SA experience with RHEL 7.x or greater Strong BASH scripting skills Experience with YUM and managing YUM repositories Experience with automation methodologies Experience as 3rd level escalation point Ability to adapt and contribute to standardization methodologies Capable of designing, testing and delivering solutions to operational support for implementation Working knowledge of systems administration processes and hardware and software components Knowledgeable of hardware and software capabilities and limitations supporting the functional system Detail-oriented with proven analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to administer highly reliable systems solutions for delivering required business capabilities Ability to utilize available tools and resources to resolve issues Ability to clearly and concisely communicate / explain technical information to a broad range of people with varying levels of technical expertise IAT Level II or Greater Education, Background, and Years of Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Management Information Systems or related field (or equivalent experience). 9 Years experience in System Administration. Additional Skills and Qualifications Required Skills Preferred Skills Excellent communications skills Excellent Customer Focus/Satisfaction skills Strong team/personnel leadership skills Strong understanding of and ability to demonstrate the Agile Defense Core Values: Happy, Helpful, Honest, Humble, Hungry, Hustle. Working Conditions Environmental Conditions Office environment Strength Demands Sedentary Physical Requirements Stand or Sit Repetitive Motion Use Hands Stop or Kneel Talk/Hear See Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together. What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It's how we show up every day. It's who we are. We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section. Happy - Be Infectious. Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do. Helpful - Be Supportive. Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated. Honest - Be Trustworthy. Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support. Humble - Be Grounded. Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task. Hungry - Be Eager. Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges. Hustle - Be Driven. Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. Apply for this job