Systems Administrator III Lead

CACI • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

Join NAVSEA 03S as the lead Systems Administrator for the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES) Play a crucial role in managing and optimizing complex IT systems supporting naval ship and submarine maintenance operations Oversee system administration for diverse technologies serving over 45,000 users across global Navy facilities, including Navy Shipyards and Intermediate Maintenance Facilities Lead initiatives to maintain and improve both legacy systems and modern web-based applications Drive the operational efficiency of NMMES infrastructure, balancing system performance with customer-driven enhancements and technology obsolescence challenges Manage the full lifecycle of systems, from configuration and deployment to maintenance and upgrades Apply SAFe Agile methodologies to improve system administration processes and team efficiency

Requirements

• At least 12 years of experience in system administration or related field within DoD/Navy programs
• Extensive knowledge of system administration principles and practices, particularly in managing complex, global IT systems
• Knowledgeable on the core AWS services related to permissions and networking and how they interact
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members
• Current Security+ certification is required
• Proven experience leading technical teams and managing full system lifecycle processes
• SAFe Agilist (SA) certification or higher
• Must be a US Citizen with an active Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Experience with naval maintenance and modernization systems or similar complex DoD programs
• Experience with deploying and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions using tools like AWS CloudFormation
• AWS certification
• Windows or RHEL certification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance administration of legacy systems and new technology integration
• Advanced SAFe certifications such as SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe DevOps Practitioner
• Proficiency in administering both legacy systems and modern, web-based applications
• Experience in managing systems across multiple operating systems and technology platforms
• Knowledge of relevant DoD and Navy standards for system security and administration
• Expertise in virtualization, cloud technologies, and automation tools
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and compliance requirements for DoD systems

Responsibilities

• Organize and direct the configuration and operation of information management systems within the NMMES environment
• Lead and mentor a team of system administrators to provide day-to-day system administration, including system and resource optimization, and user assistance
• Conduct capacity and performance analysis, and provide system configuration change and upgrade recommendations
• Increase system administrator efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts
• Develop system administration procedures and conduct system administrator training and skills assessment
• Ensure the seamless integration and operation of legacy software applications with current web application technologies running on multiple operating systems
• Implement and maintain robust security measures across all NMMES systems
• Collaborate with other IT teams to support the full NMMES lifecycle, from sustainment of existing systems to implementation of new solutions
• Implement and champion SAFe Agile practices within the NMMES system administration process

Benefits

• Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
• We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities.
• Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families.
• At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees