Systems Administrator (DoD)

TL;DR

Systems Administrator (RHEL/CENTRIXS): Maintain classified DoD IT infrastructure including VMware virtualization, NetApp storage, CENTRIXS coalition networks, Red Hat Enterprise Linux on C2LAN, and Windows domain controllers with an accent on high availability, security compliance, and mission-critical operations. Focus on administering Cisco devices, performing OS patching and hardening, troubleshooting during exercises, and ensuring interoperability in naval environments.

Location: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (fully on-site; local Hawaii-based candidates preferred; U.S. citizenship required; Active Secret clearance minimum)

Company

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) delivering mission-critical IT, cybersecurity, and engineering solutions to Department of Defense clients, supporting naval operations in Hawaii.

What you will do

• Maintain VMware virtualization and NetApp storage for high availability, performance, backups, and recovery.
• Administer CENTRIXS networks, managing Cisco devices for configuration, patching, monitoring, and secure coalition information sharing.
• Manage Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8) systems on C2LAN, handling patching, user management, security hardening, and applications.
• Oversee Windows Domain Controllers, Active Directory, Group Policy, and authentication infrastructure.
• Participate in operational exercises, drills, and scenarios for testing, validation, failover, and recovery.
• Monitor health, apply updates, remediate vulnerabilities, maintain DoD/STIG compliance, and collaborate with teams.

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred)
• Current CompTIA Security+ (or DoD 8570/8140 equivalent)
• U.S. citizenship required
• Hands-on experience with enterprise IT systems in DoD/classified environments
• Strong troubleshooting in fast-paced, mission-oriented settings
• Willingness to work non-standard hours or travel for exercises

Nice to have

• CENTRIXS networks and Cisco device management in coalition environments
• RHEL 8 administration, scripting, SELinux, system hardening
• VMware vSphere/ESXi and NetApp ONTAP experience
• Windows Server, Domain Controllers, Active Directory
• Navy-specific networks or Pearl Harbor/Hawaii DoD operations
• Certifications: RHCSA, CCNA, VCP, MCSA/MCSE

Culture & Benefits

• Purpose-driven culture focused on ethics, experience, and national security missions
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, high-impact environment supporting Navy programs