System Administration Support Technician - 26144

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Date: Nov 21, 2025

Location: Des Moines, IA, Iowa, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 26144 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $70,232.00 - $80,267.20 

Security Clearance: Secret  

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.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a System Administration Support Technician to join our Technology team supporting the DTOC. This team enables Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) events, mission networks, site connections, cybersecurity, and related functions critical to Air National Guard training and readiness.

Impact

In this role, you will directly contribute to the success of national defense training missions by ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient system operations. Your expertise will help maintain mission-critical networks, safeguard sensitive information, and support the seamless execution of live and distributed training events. #LI-MJ1

What you will do

  • Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, coordinating with network administrators.
  • Recommend hardware/software purchases, coordinate installation, and provide backup recovery.
  • Develop and monitor policies and standards for computing resource allocation.
  • Install, support, and maintain DTOC mission network servers, computer equipment, and peripherals.
  • Configure and manage software in compliance with STIGs, JSIG, and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Plan for and respond to service outages and technical issues.
  • Collaborate on project teams to design and integrate OTTI technologies and DTOC solutions.
  • Provide application support for office automation tools and modeling & simulation (M&S) software.
  • Support HBSS, SIEM solutions, and continuous monitoring.
  • Implement workstation patches, security fixes, and service releases.
  • Identify, analyze, and document long-range requirements.

What you must have

Education & Experience

  • 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; OR
  • 0 years of experience with a Master’s degree in a related field; OR
  • 6 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma/equivalent.

Technical Knowledge

  • Experience configuring software and performing configuration management in compliance with STIGs, JSIG, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
  • Experience managing storage arrays, file and virtual machine backups.
  • Experience with Virtual Desktop Interface technologies, VMware, physical/virtual machines, and LANs.
  • Knowledge of relational database management systems (e.g., SQL Server)
  • Ability to update and patch Windows and Linux operating systems and applications in offline environments.
  • Ability to analyze network traffic and troubleshoot DIS/HLA packets using tools such as Wireshark or DPA.
  • General working knowledge of PowerShell and scripting.

Credentials

  • Must have a current or active DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must have a DoD IAT Level II certification or higher (e.g., Security+ or equivalent).
  • DISA ACAS Training/Certification

Preferred Requirements

  • Current or active DoD Top Secret Clearance.
  • Certified Linux Administrator training/credential.
  • General working knowledge of Citrix.
  • Advanced PowerShell scripting skills.

Physical Requirements

Will require working in an office. 

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. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

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 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.
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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.