Requisition Number: 19164 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt Security Clearance: Secret Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Live, Virtual, Constructive Solutions, a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. As a trusted partner to our military customers, we design, develop and operate systems that bring together service members from across the globe to help you train like you fight, because we understand that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece parts. 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. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072 Summary HII seeks a Senior Systems Administrator to provide support to the Naval Air Warfare Center (NAWC) at Naval Air Station Patuxent River for its Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) network. The selected candidate will contribute to advancing JSE's initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills of our tactical aviators to effectively respond to emerging threats. The evolving nature of these threats necessitates rapid evolution of the JSE to ensure a resilient and secure digital environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and a commitment to supporting the nation's warfighters. What you will do * Lead a team of Systems Administrators
* Meet with technical points of contact (TPOC) on-site
* Create detailed project plan and schedule to ensure completion of project milestones
* Present plans and schedule to the customer for review and concurrence * Review all current existing Ansible playbooks for JSE networks within 30 days of Special Access Program (SAP) read-in
* Provide an assessment of the Ansible playbooks and make recommendations for extending the application f automation to additional aspects of administrative tasks and configuration management
* Integrate with the technical support team to provide solutions based on the JSEW Master Implementation Plans
* Recommend additional specific labor required to ensure timely standup and growth of all JSE capabilities
* Manage Linux and Ansible systems
* Oversee upgrades, installations, and configuring applications software and hardware
* Assist team members with complex issues * Ensure security tests and monitoring are in compliance with strict cybersecurity requirements
* Research and oversee development of solutions to meet emerging threat requirements What you must have * Must have 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field: or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience
* Linux and Ansible systems experience
* Experience upgrading, installing, and configuring application software and hardware
* Experience automating and orchestrating system and application provisioning
* Experience with Linux scripting tools such as bash and Python
* Possess strong troubleshooting skills and ability to offer technical support to the team
* DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Comp TIA Security CE)
* Possess excellent verbal and writing skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office
* Active Secret clearance
Preferred Requirements * Ability to obtain Top Secret TS/SCI clearance
* Experience with government networks and equipment
* Previous JSE experience
* CompTIA Server
* ServiceNow Certified System Administrator
Physical Requirements Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment. HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Why HII We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.