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Do Work That Matters
Leidos Australia delivers IT and airborne solutions that protect and advance the Australian way of life. Our 2000 local experts, backed by our global experience and network of partners, are working to solve the world's toughest challenges in government, intelligence, defence, aviation, border protection and health markets.
Your New Role and Responsibilities
Leidos Australia is seeking skilled Windows Administrators to join our GEOSPACES program, supporting advanced national security technology solutions in a secure, high‑compliance environment.
These key technical positions are responsible for the administration, maintenance, and support of our Microsoft Windows Server environment and associated infrastructure. As part of a team of specialist technical experts, you will help maintain the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of critical systems that underpin core business functions. Your responsibilities will include:
* Provide Level 2 and 3 incident response for complex Windows infrastructure issues to minimise operational disruption.
* Manage VMware virtual environments and administer physical infrastructure, including HP OneView and GreenLake.
* Develop, package, and deploy applications via MECM, and manage the full SOE development life cycle.
* Administer Active Directory and Group Policies to manage access, security permissions, and system configurations in line with security requirements.
* Operate strictly within established security protocols to protect highly sensitive systems.
What You'll Bring to Make An Impact
* Extensive experience with Microsoft Windows Server operating systems, including Server 2016, 2019 and 2022.
* Proven expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy and MECM for application packaging and deployment.
* Hands‑on experience administering and supporting VMware virtual infrastructure.
* Demonstrated Level 2 and 3 incident response and troubleshooting experience in complex enterprise environments.
Don't worry if you don't tick all the boxes – if you meet most of them, we encourage you to submit your application. We're most interested in your strengths, what you want to learn and how far you want to go.
Due to the nature of the role, you must be an Australian Citizen who holds an active TSPV security clearance; accompanied by the ability to be successful for a DISA/OSA.
Diverse Team Members, Shared Values and a Common Purpose
Providing our customers with smarter solutions takes an incredible team with diversity of thought, experience and perspectives driving innovation. Inclusion is at the heart of our culture and is one of our core values. It's about creating a workplace where everyone can do important work, feels welcome, valued, and respected, and has equal access to opportunities to thrive. Paul Chase – Chief Executive, Leidos Australia.
Leidos Australia is an equal opportunities organisation and is committed to creating a truly inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, veterans, neurodiverse people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
Our five Advocacy Groups (Women and Allies Network, Young Professionals, Defence & Emergency Services, Action for Accessibility and Abilities and Pride+) provide an opportunity for team members to connect and collaborate on shared interests, and work to support and celebrate our diverse community.
Next Steps
* To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
* Recruitment process - 2 interviews & background checks including a DISA/OSA.
* Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR
* We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you'd like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.