UnixLinux System Administrator Level 3

Req ID: 49401
Team: T54 TECHNOLOGY SVCS
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position:Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: Yes - Occasional or hybrid telework available

Travel Requirements:Yes 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required:No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range:95000.00 to120000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors and may vary from the posted range

Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25000 employees including third- fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were the sole designer builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers engineers and software developers to solution architects technical subject matter experts and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology manufacturing and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems including coordination with network administrators. Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software coordinates installation and provides backup recovery. Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources. Ancillary duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts maintaining system documentation tuning system performance installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space.

The UNIX/Linux System Administrator (Level 3) is a core contributor responsible for the hands-on management maintenance and optimization of critical secure on-premises infrastructure. This role focuses on operational stability execution of projects automation of routine tasks and providing reliable support for the organizations Red Hat and virtualized environments.

Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Maintenance: Manage and maintain the VMware HPE SimpliVity hyperconverged infrastructure performing routine tasks to ensure optimal performance and high availability.
Linux Systems Operations: Configure monitor and actively troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers and environments. Serve as an escalation point for complex RHEL operational issues.
Virtualization Support: Administer and maintain virtualization solutions using VMware vSphere and HPE SimpliVity platforms.
Automation: Utilize scripting (e.g. Bash Python) and configuration management tools (e.g. Ansible Puppet) to automate routine system administration and deployment tasks improving operational efficiency.
System Health Monitoring: Implement maintain and respond to alerts from monitoring and logging tools to ensure continuous system performance and proactively address issues.
Backup & Recovery: Execute and manage established backup restoration and disaster recovery processes.
Security & Patching: Conduct regular patching updates and vulnerability remediation across Linux environments following established security protocols.
Team Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with Development Network and other IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of IT systems.
Solaris Administration: Provide administration and support for Solaris operating systems including installation configuration and troubleshooting.
Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain or currently hold a Secret clearance for work on secure systems.
Technical Expertise:
o Solid proficiency in RHEL/Linux operating systems including system installation configuration and troubleshooting.
o Strong working knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware vSphere) and hyperconverged infrastructure.
o Demonstrated proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g. Bash Python Ansible).
o Experience implementing and managing system monitoring tools.
o Familiarity with container concepts (Docker) and basic networking/storage principles.
o Experience with Solaris administration including installation configuration and troubleshooting.
Soft Skills:
o Excellent problem-solving analytical and diagnostic skills.
o Strong communication (written and verbal) and teamwork skills.
o Ability to prioritize tasks manage time effectively and work independently with minimal supervision.

Must Have

Bachelors Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience; Masters Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.

One of the following may be used as an equivalent to Bachelors Degree for Information Technology Related Positions Only:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associates Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing Shipbuilding Trades Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing Shipbuilding Trades Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
• A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelors Degree.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
  Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in systems administration with at least 2 years specifically supporting VMware HPE SimpliVity production Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments and production Solaris administration.

Nice to Have

Desired (Bonus) Qualifications
Experience with advanced configuration management tools (e.g. Puppet Chef).
Familiarity with public cloud platforms (AWS Azure or GCP).
Basic working knowledge of Kubernetes orchestration.
Relevant industry certifications (e.g. Red Hat Certified Engineer - RHCE)

Why HII
We build the worlds most powerful survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas sky land space and cyber. HIIs diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve at HII youll find a supportive and welcoming environment competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical prescription drug dental and vision plan choices on-site health centers tele-medicine wellness resources employee assistance programs savings plan options (401K) financial education and planning tools life insurance tuition reimbursement employee discounts early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

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.U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance
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