Systems Administrator
Summary
Systems Administrator who keeps the cloud infrastructure behind the GDSS program running: provisioning and monitoring cloud resources, handling patching, incident response, and documentation, and building automation with Infrastructure as Code. Hybrid role based in Swansea, IL (onsite Wednesdays) supporting a DoD program; requires U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility.
At UNCOMN, we don’t just fix issues; we deliver secure solutions that power essential operations in both the public and private sectors. Our team tackles tough challenges—whether it’s improving organizational systems, streamlining logistics, or making sense of complex data—all with one goal: helping our clients succeed so they can continue serving others.
We’ve built a culture rooted in our Core Values, where innovation thrives, work-life balance is respected, and career growth is always encouraged. We're also proud to be recognized as a ‘Top Workplace,’ and that’s not just us talking; it’s our employees. Now, we’re looking for another Uncommon Genius to join our dynamic team. If you love solving puzzles, building new things, fixing what’s broken, or pushing the boundaries of creativity, we encourage you to explore the details of this position below!
UNCOMN is seeking Systems Administrators to:
We’ve built a culture rooted in our Core Values, where innovation thrives, work-life balance is respected, and career growth is always encouraged. We're also proud to be recognized as a ‘Top Workplace,’ and that’s not just us talking; it’s our employees. Now, we’re looking for another Uncommon Genius to join our dynamic team. If you love solving puzzles, building new things, fixing what’s broken, or pushing the boundaries of creativity, we encourage you to explore the details of this position below!
UNCOMN is seeking Systems Administrators to:
- Support the administration, maintenance, and day-to-day operations of (cloud) infrastructure supporting the GDSS program.
- Assist with administering and configuring infrastructure, including resource provisioning and monitoring.
- Monitor cloud environments and assist with troubleshooting, incident response, and root cause analysis.
- Assist with implementing automated solutions, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), to streamline cloud operations.
- Collaborate with development, security, and engineering teams to support the integration and operational readiness of cloud applications.
- Perform routine patching, updates, configuration changes, and other maintenance activities.
- Follow established cloud security, configuration, and operational policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Maintain documentation of cloud configurations, operational procedures, and incident activity.
- **This is a hybrid position that requires working onsite in Swansea, IL every Wednesday. Additional onsite or on-base work will be required during normal work hours or (rotating) on-call hours to support patching, secure-side issues, incidents, and service disruptions.
This position description outlines the core duties for this role, but it is not all-inclusive. Responsibilities may shift based on contract requirements, mission needs, or organizational objectives.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in system administration, infrastructure operations, or similar within a cloud environment.
- Must be eligible to obtain a security clearance, granted by the U.S. Government, which requires U.S. citizenship. The government also uses 13 adjudicative guidelines to determine an individual's eligibility.
- Must be comfortable meeting DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF)/8140 requirements, obtaining professional certifications as required by the client/contract, as-needed.
Preferred
- Active DoW security clearance.
- Prior experience supporting USTRANSCOM, AMC, Air Force, or other DoW environments.
- Prior experience using or supporting GDSS.
- Active CompTIA Security+ and/or Bachelor's Degree in a STEM-related course of study from an accredited college or university.
- Familiarity with IaC, DevOps, and/or Cloud One.
Why UNCOMN?
- Instant Flexible PTO: Enjoy flexible paid time off starting your very first day with us!
- Generous Holidays: Benefit from 7 paid holidays and up to 3 floating holidays annually.
- Immediate Health Coverage: Get access to comprehensive health benefits from day one.
- 401K Safe Harbor Match: Secure your future with our top-tier 401K matching program.
- Performance Bonus: Stand out and you could earn an annual performance bonus.
- Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with our training and education assistance programs.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access complimentary support services for you and your family.
Note: Benefits apply to full-time employees only.
Don’t meet every single requirement? We’re dedicated to building an uncommon, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.