Embedded Systems Engineer – DoD IT & Cyber (Secret)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a technically strong Systems Engineer to support onsite operations at Point Mugu. This full time, embedded position integrates directly with the customer’s IT and cyber team to support local mission systems, coordinate with range and enterprise IT/IA personnel, and ensure HII technical efforts remain aligned with local customer activities.

The ideal candidate is a hands on IT professional with working level experience in system administration, system imaging,

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience with Bachelor's in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Working knowledge of Windows operating systems and server management; Security hardening standards (STIGs); System patching and vulnerability remediation; Basic networking concepts and troubleshooting; Ability to work independently and as part of an embedded team; Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform system imaging, configuration, and baseline creation for new IT systems, including applying required security settings.
• Conduct system hardening in accordance with DoD STIGs and other cybersecurity requirements.
• Support integration of systems onto local networks, including account provisioning, GPO application, and connectivity validation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to workstation and server configuration, operating systems, and network access.
• Coordinate closely with customer IT/IA staff to ensure consistent implementation of cybersecurity and IT processes.
• Serve as a connector between local government teams and HII technical personnel to ensure synchronization with WD/Mugu operations.
• Support patch management, including applying updates, monitoring compliance, and assisting with vulnerability remediation.
• Assist with documenting configurations, maintaining system inventory, and adhering to local IT processes and workflows.
• Utilize vulnerability scanning tools and apply findings as part of system hardening efforts.
• Provide on site technical support as part of the customer’s IT team, fully embedded in their daily workflow.

Skills

Windows OS

System administration

Security hardening

Networking basics

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years experience

Tools

GPO management

Windows Server

Red Hat

ACAS

Tenable

Qualys

Job description

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a technically strong Systems Engineer to support onsite operations at Point Mugu. This full time, embedded position integrates directly with the customer’s IT and cyber team to support local mission systems, coordinate with range and enterprise IT/IA personnel, and ensure HII technical efforts remain aligned with local customer activities.

The ideal candidate is a hands on IT professional with working level experience in system administration, system imaging,