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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator - **Company:** Innovatus Technology Consulting - **Location:** Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Domain Controllers, User Authentication, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Technology Consulting, VMware ESX Servers, Local Area Networks, Windows Servers, NetApp Applications, Windows Domain, Data ONTAP (Server Appliance), Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VMware Virtualization, VMware VSphere, Network Routers, Scripting, Data Storage Management, Sysadmin, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Selinux, Information Technology, Cisco, User Administration, User Accounts, Vmware - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8991896/systems-administrator ## About the Role * Job Title: System Administrator (Multiple Openings - VMware/NetApp, CENTRIXS, Red Hat, Windows Domain) * Location: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii (fully on-site; local Hawaii-based candidates preferred) * Employment Type: Full-time * Clearance Requirement: Active Secret clearance minimum (Top Secret/SCI highly desired and may be required for certain roles; U.S. citizenship required) * Certification Requirement: Active CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification), Required: * Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred for elevated access). * Current CompTIA Security+ certification (or higher DoD-approved baseline). * Hands-on experience administering enterprise IT systems in a DoD or classified environment. * Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-oriented setting. * Willingness and ability to participate in exercises, which may include non-standard hours or travel. Highly Desired (Priority Specialization): * Direct experience administering CENTRIXS networks, including Cisco device management (routers, switches, firewalls) in coalition environments. * Proven expertise with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8) administration, including scripting, SELinux, and system hardening on operational C2 systems. * Experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi and NetApp ONTAP storage management. * Windows Server administration, focusing on Domain Controllers and Active Directory. * Familiarity with Navy-specific networks or Pearl Harbor/Hawaii-based DoD operations. * Additional certifications such as RHCSA, CCNA, VCP, or MCSA/MCSE. ## Description Innovatus Technology Consulting, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in San Diego, CA, delivers mission-critical IT, cybersecurity, and engineering solutions to Department of Defense clients. With a focus on ethics, experience, and expertise, we support naval operations in Hawaii, including sustainment of VMware virtualization, NetApp storage, coalition networks via CENTRIXS, Red Hat-based command and control systems (C2LAN), and Windows domain infrastructure.We are prioritizing: * One candidate with strong CENTRIXS administration experience (maintaining Cisco devices in coalition environments). * One candidate with Red Hat system administration expertise (specifically RHEL 8 on C2LAN systems). The team will also cover VMware/NetApp virtualization and storage maintenance, as well as Windows Domain Controller administration. Selected individuals will participate in scheduled exercises to test and validate system performance and interoperability.Key Responsibilities * Maintain and administer VMware virtualization environment and NetApp storage suite, ensuring high availability, performance, and backup/recovery operations. * CENTRIXS Admin: Manage Cisco network devices supporting CENTRIXS (Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System) coalition networks; handle configuration, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting for secure information sharing with allied forces. * Red Hat System Admin: Administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8) systems on C2LAN (Command and Control Local Area Network) platforms; perform OS patching, user management, security hardening, and application support. * Windows Domain Controller Admin: Manage Active Directory domain controllers, Group Policy, user accounts, authentication, and related Windows Server infrastructure. * Participate in operational exercises, drills, and real-world scenarios to support testing, validation, failover, and recovery procedures. * Monitor system health, apply security updates, remediate vulnerabilities, and maintain compliance with DoD policies and STIGs. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and government stakeholders, to resolve incidents and implement enhancements. * Document configurations, procedures, and changes in accordance with Navy IT standards. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Enhancing Workload Security in Kubernetes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/356-enhancing-workload-security-in-kubernetes) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [For the Cars and the Curious: Android Drift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/499-for-the-cars-and-the-curious-android-drift) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)