Senior System Administrator

ASEC Inc
Virginia Beach, VA, United States
30 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
7 years minimum
Compensation
$145,000.0 - $160,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Server Applications Backup Devices Cloud Computing Information Systems System Configuration Linux Disaster Recovery Distributed Computing Environment Middleware Hyper-V Linux Servers
+13 more
Live Virtual and Constructive Windows Servers Performance Tuning Red Hat Enterprise Linux Comptia Pentest+ CE Simulation Software Virtualization Technology Software Vulnerability Management Backup and Restore System Availability Information Technology Data Management Vmware

Job description

Looking for an opportunity to apply your technical expertise to a mission that matters, this is it. As the Senior System Administrator, you will support the systems and technologies that power the Navy’s premier Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training environment. By integrating real-world platforms with advanced simulations, this mission recreates the most sophisticated threats facing our warfighters to deliver realistic, high-end combat training that cannot be achieved in the real world alone.

As part of our team, you will directly contribute to mission readiness, helping ensure that U.S. and allied forces are trained, tested, and prepared to succeed in the most demanding operational environments.

This position will be based at the NAS Oceana Dam Neck Annex in Virginia Beach, VA., * Administering Windows and Linux servers in support of simulation, modeling, training, and mission-planning applications.

  • Managing VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based virtualization environments.
  • Maintaining enterprise storage solutions, backup systems, and disaster recovery capabilities.
  • Performing system patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
  • Installing, configuring, and maintaining simulation software and supporting middleware.
  • Supporting distributed training environments connecting multiple training sites.
  • Configuring and maintaining application servers supporting LVC exercises.
  • Ensuring systems are properly synchronized and configured for large-scale training events.
  • Implementing and maintaining RMF controls and STIG compliance.
  • Conducting vulnerability remediation and security hardening.
  • Providing operational support during major fleet exercises and training events.
  • Coordinating with engineers and operators to restore services during mission-critical events.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience administering Windows and Linux server environments. Additional directly related experience may be substituted for a degree.
  • Demonstrated experience administering virtualized environments using VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent virtualization technologies, including system provisioning, maintenance, and performance optimization.
  • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise server infrastructure, storage solutions, backup and recovery systems, and mission-critical applications in classified and unclassified environments.
  • Experience implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and vulnerability remediation best practices.
  • Experience supporting distributed or enterprise environments requiring high system availability, lifecycle management, patching, troubleshooting, and rapid restoration of services during operational or mission-critical events.
  • Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, or NAVAIR systems, including simulation, modeling, training, or other mission support environments is highly desired.

Certification Requirements:

  • Candidates must hold a current IAT-II certification (e.g., Security +, CySA+, PenTest+) as defined by DoD 8570.01-M. Candidates must also have a current Operating System certification (e.g., Windows Server, Linux+, Red Hat Certified System Administrator, etc.). Please upload copies of any relevant IT certifications as part of your application. These documents help us verify qualifications during the initial screening process.

Equally Important:

  • Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
  • Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
  • Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
  • Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
  • Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & conditions

  • The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $145,000-$160,000, commensurate with an individual’s experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation., * 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
  • Veteran-friendly employer
  • Thriving employee culture

About the company

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws., ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what’s right for the Warfighter-plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

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