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# Systems/Network Administrator Lead

- **Company:** MicroHealth, LLC
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $125,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Software Applications, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Collaborative Software, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Databases, Disaster Recovery, VMware ESX Servers, Design of User Interfaces, IPv4, IPv6, Multi-protocol Systems, Local Area Networks, Virtual Desktops, Network Administration, Comptia Pentest+ CE, Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Databases, Subsystems, Wide Area Networks, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Hardware Testing, SC Clearance, Network Server, Legacy Systems, Vmware
- **Published:** October 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88688889/1

## About the Role

* Certifications in accordance with DoDM 8140.03 Cyberspace Workforce Qualification and Management Program (e.g., Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, CASP+/SecurityX)
 * ITIL v4 Practice Manager Certification or ITIL v4 Foundation Certification (or higher).
 * Minimum of 3 years of experience with IPv4 or IPv6 protocol stacks.
 * Active Secret Clearance., * 5+ years of experience managing enterprise IT teams across geographically separated locations, supporting O&M of servers (physical/virtual), operating systems (Windows, UNIX/LINUX), databases (Microsoft/SQL), collaboration tools (SharePoint), VMWare, ESXi, software applications, scripting, SANs, and enterprise computer security.
 * 1+ years of experience leading network personnel and coordinating outage response procedures.
 * 5+ years of experience with cloud-based solutions and/or virtual desktop environments.
 * 5+ years of experience in network/system administration, including outage response and incident management.
 * 1+ years of experience with DISA network transport solutions or comparable large-scale enterprise/Federal mission network environments.
 * 6+ years of experience supporting global network systems/subsystems, troubleshooting LAN, MPLS, BGP, WAN, and network/service availability issues, and recommending fixes/enhancements.
 * 3+ years of experience with IPv4 and/or IPv6 protocol stacks.
 * 3+ years of experience planning and executing local and long-haul communications.
 * Two or more network certifications (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CCNP, CCIE)
 * At least one information security certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CCSP)
 * 3+ years of experience supporting and troubleshooting firewall appliances, rulesets, and firewall solutions.

## Description

MicroHealth is seeking a qualified Systems/Network Administrator Lead to support the U.S. Military Entrance Processing Command (USMEPCOM) enterprise. This position is responsible for systems/network administration, operations and maintenance (O&M), and associated activities for platforms installed throughout the USMEPCOM enterprise. The Systems/Network Administrator Lead will serve as the contractor's service owner for service solutions and will ensure enterprise operations meet defined service levels.
**Active Secret Clearance Required, * Apply security principles, practices, and procedures under the Risk Management Framework (RMF) to maintain compliance with applicable security regulations.

 * Provide engineering development, integration, interface design analysis, infrastructure integration, and software/hardware testing support.
 * Perform system-level configuration of products, including validation of hardware, software, and operating system integration while maintaining interoperability with legacy systems.
 * Provide technical planning and organize the contractor team responsible for O&M of all USMEPCOM-constructed networks.
 * Lead the Outage Response Team (ORT) and oversee all activities related to network outage response and recovery, including Continuity of Operations (COOP) and disaster recovery.
 * Serve as the primary point of contact during outages, coordinating with third parties (agencies, vendors, etc.) and informing USMEPCOM leadership of outage status.
 * Coordinate and direct the ORT, taking responsibility for resolution efforts.
 * Develop and maintain outage response procedures and ensure team readiness.
 * Create and maintain the Incident Response Plan; review quarterly to ensure accuracy of system names, procedures, and documentation.