Systems Administrator 2 - 24008

Requisition Number: 24008 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $60,770.00 - $86,814.00 

Security Clearance: TS/SCI  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

 

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Job Description

Mission Technologies is seeking a mid to senior-level IT Systems Administrator to join our Space Protection and Response solution team at Kirtland AFB. This onsite role is essential to maintaining and securing both Windows and Linux systems across virtual, standalone, and cloud environments.
We're looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills, independence, and the ability to collaborate with leadership in a secure facility setting.

Essential Job Responsibilities

•    Manage and maintain secure computing environments handling both classified and unclassified data across standalone Windows and Linux systems.
•    Perform advanced system administration tasks, software diagnostics, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal system performance.
•    Develop comprehensive IT operating procedures, technical documentation, and baseline configuration guides to support standardization and compliance.
•    Administer and secure virtualized environments using VMware, applying STIGs and industry best practices for hardening Linux and Windows images.
•    Support operation, maintenance, and lifecycle management of standalone laptops and systems, including OS imaging, application deployment, and configuration.
•    Build and distribute custom operating system images to ensure consistent system setups across standalone platforms.
•    Implement and maintain baseline configurations and supported applications aligned with government security protocols.
•    Ensure compliance with federal IT security mandates, policies, and procedures, contributing to robust cybersecurity posture.

Minimum Qualifications

3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• DoD 8570 compliant certification required (SEC+) and computing environment certification required
• Familiarity with Firewall technology & management of private LANs/networks
• Familiarity with network protocols and network management technologies
• Skill utilizing software diagnostic tools and the ability to conduct appropriate troubleshooting processes and conduct appropriate upgrades
• Ability to work independently, be self-directed and make sound decisions based on customer satisfaction
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Knowledge of Windows and Linux Server Operating Systems
• Advanced troubleshooting skills; diagnosing and resolv