Entry-Level Sys Admin - Test & Simulation Support

Cortina Solutions; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance

VSP Vision

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and De

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Company‑paid Life Insurance

Company‑paid Short‑term and Long‑term 

Disability Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

401(k) Plan Matching

Flexible PTO

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Federal Holidays

Company Match on Employee Non‑Profit 

Professional Development

Job summary

Cortina Solutions is seeking an entry-level System Administrator (Data & Test/Simulation Support) to assist the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division. You will support lab operations, configure systems for simulation events, and provide real-time technical support shaping naval technology.

This role integrates with M&S and T&E teams, requiring flexible hours for active test events and strong data management and IT skills in Windows and Linux environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent.
• CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• 0–3 years of relevant system administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support in compliance with SECNAV M-5239.2; maintain certifications and training.
• Manage file and data storage for tests.
• Execute system patching.
• Assist with data security controls.
• Use DoD-approved tools to assess, remediate, and maintain system readiness.

Skills

DOD security clearance

Windows OS

Linux OS

Non-standard hours

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Job Description

Cortina Solutions is seeking an entry-level System Administrator (Data & Test/Simulation Support) to support the execution of a complex contract supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD). You must be ready to support the mission, managing lab operations, configuring systems for simulation events, and providing real-time technical support that shapes the future of naval warfare technology.

The entry-level System Administrator provides foundational data management, IT, and system administration support for Department of the Navy lab systems, ensuring operational readiness, data integrity, and compliance. This role integrates with Modeling & Simulation (M&S) and Test & Evaluation (T&E) engineering teams to provide immediate, hands‑on assistance during active test events. This requires flexibility to work non-standard hours at times to support ongoing, continuous simulation or test operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT support in compliance with SECNAV M-5239.2 for CSWF roles; maintain required certifications and training for operating systems within the scope of duties;
• Manage file and data storage for tests;
• Execute system patching;
• Assist with data security controls;
• Utilize DOD-approved tools and standard administrative practices to assess, remediate, and maintain system readiness.

Job Requirements

• 0–3 years of relevant civilian or military system administration experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or other relevant field of study (or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience).
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
• Hands‑on familiarity with Windows and/or Linux operating systems, user account management, and basic file storage configuration.
• Ability to work flexible or non-standard hours (evenings/weekends) as needed to support real-time test and simulation schedules.
• Active DOD Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working within Navy/DoD simulation, experimentation, or test range lab environments.
• Familiarity with basic scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python) to assist with automated data management or system configuration.
• Experience applying DISA STIGs or basic OS patching methodologies in a closed network environment.

Benefits

• BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance
• VSP Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company‑paid Life Insurance
• Company‑paid Short‑term and Long‑term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Flexible PTO
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Federal Holidays
• Company Match on Employee Non‑Profit Donation
• Professional Development

Background Check Requirement

As our team members work on government sites, all potential candidates are subject to a background screening that fully complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Position dependent on contract award.