Linux Administrator - 25144

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Date: Aug 22, 2025

Location: Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25144 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $60,770.00 - $93,000.00 

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 skilled Linux Administrator to support the Navy Integrated Training Environment (NITE). This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, and cybersecurity defense of the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) infrastructure, which supports enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications.

 

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor, update, and secure servers and workstations across the enterprise. Responsibilities include Linux and Windows server administration, patching, Group Policy management, and ensuring systems are configured in compliance with DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

What you will do

  • Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems

  • Set up administrator and service accounts; manage system documentation

  • Tune system performance and install system-wide software

  • Allocate mass storage space and manage backup recovery

  • Coordinate with network administrators and evaluate vendor products

  • Recommend hardware/software purchases and oversee installations

  • Develop and enforce policies for computing resource allocation

What you must have

  • Education & Experience (one of the following):

    • Bachelor’s degree in a related field + 3 years relevant experience

    • Master’s degree in a related field + 1 year relevant experience

    • High school diploma or equivalent + 7 years relevant experience

  • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP)

  • Current or Active DoD Secret Clearance

  • Hands-on experience with Linux system administration (preferably RHEL 7/8)

  • Familiarity with Windows Server environments (2016/2019)

  • Experience applying DoD STIGs and maintaining cybersecurity compliance

  • Proficiency in patching and system updates.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, OS, and network layers

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Requirements

  • Experience with Red Hat Satellite system management

  • Familiarity with Windows 10 Secure Host Baseline (SHB)

  • Experience with VMware and virtualization technologies

  • Knowledge of VDI protocols and environments

  • Ability to interpret and apply technical documentation

  • Strong customer service mindset and ability to manage competing priorities

Physical Requirements

Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the Systems Analyst discipline.

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.

 

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

 

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.