Systems Administrator

System Administrator Positions

Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking experienced System Administrators to support critical Department of the Navy IT operations at Pearl Harbor, HI. We are looking to fill up to two positions, with priority given to candidates with specialized expertise in CENTRIXS networks and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems. These full-time, on-site roles will maintain classified and operational networks essential to mission readiness in a high-stakes defense environment.

Position Overview

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)

Job Summary

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.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 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.

• 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.

Why Join Innovatus?

At Innovatus, we are committed to delivering transformative IT solutions that enhance operational readiness for our defense partners. As an SDVOSB with a strong track record supporting Navy programs, we offer a purpose-driven culture, competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute directly to national security missions in a collaborative, high-impact environment.