Job Title:                         System Administrator 

Location:                         Arnold AFB

Job Family Code:             P – IT / Cybersecurity / Network Systems

Function/Branch:            Engineering / Infrastructure

Directorate:                     Engineering Tech & Support

Position Type:                 Regular, Full-Time                                    

Pay Type:                        Exempt

Grade:                              L09 (PA0915) – L10 (PA1012)

Salary Range:                  Grade 09: $106,000 - $154,000; Grade 10: $122,000 - $179,000 /year

Overview

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a System Administrator, supporting TOS II, at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. As a System Administrator, you will be working as a member of an integrated team responsible for design, support and maintenance of Data Systems and Peripherals for the United States Air Force Test Operations and Sustainment efforts.

Open to internal candidates only. The selected candidate for this requisition may be required to occasionally work outside normal business hours.

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Job Summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) is the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.  AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization, and an important national resource.

AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental test and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, and ground and flight test.  Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers.

BNH currently has an exciting career opportunity available for a System Administrator to join our team at Arnold Air Force Base in Tennessee.

Job Duties:

• Deploy, configure, and manage Windows environments, utilizing enterprise tools and scripting to streamline provisioning and maintenance.
• Administer core server and network services, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, and DHCP, to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
• Manage and maintain terabytes of infrastructure storage across the enterprise.
• Develop and deploy automation scripts to enhance operational efficiency in system management, patching, and reporting.
• Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of network infrastructure, including initial architecture, engineering studies, design calculations, procurement, ongoing maintenance, and decommissioning.
• Configure and manage network systems to meet and exceed DoD cybersecurity protocols while driving automation initiatives to streamline processes and minimize manual intervention.
• Provide critical engineering support for test facilities during active operations, execute system verification and validation plans, and serve as the primary escalation point to resolve complex network outages.
• Implement and audit robust cybersecurity controls, including system hardening, access management, and vulnerability remediation to ensure compliance with DoD standards.
• Provide troubleshooting for hardware, software, and network issues across diverse operating systems and virtualized environments.
• Execute end-to-end system maintenance, including performance monitoring, enterprise patch management (SCCM, WSUS, Lansweeper, custom tools), and proactive vulnerability assessments.
• Implement, maintain and test comprehensive backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and rapid system restoration capabilities.
• Develop dynamic testing schedules and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Partner with Information System Security Managers (ISSM) to ensure policy compliance and stay current with emerging technologies and relevant certifications.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field
• Grade 09: 8 plus years of progressively relevant IT experience. In lieu of degree 12 years of progressively relevant IT experience.
• Grade 10: 11 plus years of progressively relevant IT experience. In lieu of degree 15 years of progressively relevant IT experience.
• Must currently possess or commit to obtaining any requisite certifications required for assuming administrative role in accordance with DoD 8140 within 6 months of hiring date.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance and access to the AEDC local area network.
• Current US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills in complex multi-platform environments.
• Experience with Windows operating systems operating in an Enterprise environment.
• Expertise in configuring and troubleshooting Windows Server OS, and enterprise storage solutions.
• Proficiency in managing DNS, DHCP, and network services in dynamic enterprise environments.
• Skilled in scripting languages, primarily PowerShell, Bash, and Python, for automation and orchestration.
• Knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SSH) and network security best practices.
• Effective communicator with proven teamwork abilities and technical documentation skills.
• Microsoft Certification for Windows Server and Windows Domain management (e.g., MCSA, MCSE).

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule