Senior Systems Administrator
About The Position
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Mission Technologies has a current opening for a Senior Systems Administrator to help support our mission in Keyport, WA. The system administrator will be responsible for preparing reports and presentations as well as briefings and communications to the customer about system status or updates. To be successful in this role, you will bring excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills while having a patient and professional demeanor. This role may have occasional travel as needed with addiontional traning as required and is onsite.
Requirements
- Relevant degree or diploma in Information systems or information technology.
- Microsoft MCSE certification or similar.
- Experience administering server-side technology and networked computing systems.
- Familiarity with SQL and database operations.
- Ability to prioritize a wide range of workloads with critical deadlines.
- Availability outside of working hours to resolve emergency issues promptly.
- System Administrator 4 : 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.
- System Administrator 5 : 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.
- Skilled and experienced in secure working environments (i.e., SCIFs)
- Skilled in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, accurately
- Skilled in Technical Analysis, Design/Re-Design, and Reporting
- Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving trouble calls
- Skilled in applying policy/procedures interpreting/Implementing technical requirements
- Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings
- TS/SCI clearance required
- MCSE, CompTia A+, CompTia Security+, CompTia Server+, and/or CompTia Network+ (or equivalent)
Responsibilities
- Configuring and maintaining the networked computer system, including hardware, system software, and applications.
- Ensuring data is stored securely and backed up regularly
- Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, networking, and system issues when they arise
- Replacing and upgrading defective or outdated components when necessary
- Monitoring system performance to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely
- Researching and recommending new approaches to improve the networked computer system
- Providing technical support when requested
- Documenting any processes which employees need to follow to successfully work within our computing system
- Understanding of government Risk Management Framework standards
Benefits
- 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
- early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
