Network Admin

Network Administrator – Journeyman

Hill Air Force Base, Ogden, Utah

HX5 is an award‑winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense.

HX5 is a fast‑growing veteran‑and woman‑owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a qualified Network Administrator to join the team at Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

• System and Network Administration
  • Provide system administration support for LAN, WAN, web, and communication systems across classified and unclassified environments.
  • Support network security for command and control systems.
  • Provide classified communication venues for product teams to discuss sensitive requirements, designs, and system shortfalls.
  • Assist with assessment, development, implementation, management, maintenance, and administration of LANs, electronic messaging services, telecommunications infrastructure, and government IT services.
  • Perform VMware server administration, including high‑availability server solutions.
  • Assist with installation of communications cabling, including CAT5 and fiber cabling.
  • Plan, coordinate, install, and analyze government‑furnished computer systems.
  • Develop and implement system upgrades to ensure availability, integrity, efficiency, and reliability of IT infrastructure.
  • Conduct analysis of system usage, user complaints, traffic interruptions, and hardware/software performance.
• Application and Help Desk Support
  • Assist with development of web‑based IT equipment management systems and government software applications.
  • Provide help desk support, including management of IT trouble tickets.
  • Support user access to government acquisition and life‑cycle applications such as ABSS, CAS, CPARs, JCALS, JEDMICS, DSAMS, and related systems.
• Cybersecurity and Certification Support
  • Develop documentation and artifacts required to certify classified and unclassified network systems.
  • Support DIACAP or RMF certification efforts for classified and unclassified infrastructure.
  • Review proposed system and software designs for security risks and usability.
  • Advise government leadership on system security shortfalls and improvement areas.
• Systems Integration and Analysis
  • Resolve integration issues between new systems and existing infrastructure.
  • Monitor emerging technologies to recommend effective solutions.
  • Perform systems analysis for project tracking systems.
  • Support IT and communications systems including network infrastructure, wireless systems, and voice systems.

• Master's or bachelor's degree in a related field, and three (3) years of relative experience, three (3) of which must be in the DoD.
• OR, seven (7) years of directly related experience, five (5) of which must be in the DoD.
• DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II Certification.

• Experience in information systems technology and computer science.
• Background in business systems.
• Proficiency with LAN/WAN environments and VMware server administration.
• Experience supporting classified and unclassified networks.
• Familiarity with DIACAP or RMF processes.
• Knowledge of government IT applications including ABSS, CAS, CPARs, JCALS, JEDMICS, and DSAMS.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Experience supporting DoD personnel and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to manage help desk operations in a classified environment.

This is a full‑time position requiring 40 hours per week and offers a flexible work schedule Monday through Friday during core business hours.

• Proof of U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency is required.
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
• Must be able to travel, including air travel.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug‑Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362‑6551.