Junior SysAdmin for Naval Lab & Simulation Ops

Cortina Solutions; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision (VSP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Flexible PTO

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Job summary

Cortina Solutions is seeking an entry-level System Administrator to support NSWC PCD contract, including lab operations, system configuration for simulations, and real-time technical support. The role integrates with M&S and T&E teams with occasional non-standard hours to support continuous simulation or testing.

The position emphasizes foundational IT/data management, system administration, and compliance across Navy lab systems, with a requirement for security clearance eligibility and

Qualifications

• 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).
• 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.

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 and patching.
• Assist with data security controls and system readiness.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux OS

Scripting (PowerShell/Bash/Python)

Flexible hours

Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

DISA STIGs

Data storage management

Job description

About Us

Be a part of a winning team that provides technical solutions with integrity. Cortina is a government contractor providing technical professional services. But we are so much more than that! For approximately every three employees brought on to support the government, we hire an individual from an under-resourced, developing community and train them to enter the professional job market.

Cortina is very proud of the reach-back it offers to the local community. Not only that, we LOVE our employees and do all we can to ensure they have a great work experience. Come join a company that believes in being a part of something bigger than themselves!

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 ideal candidate will be expected to work with Excellence, serve with Integrity, and approach every problem with a drive to Get Things Done.

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 include providing IT support in compliance with SECNAV M-5239.2 for CSWF roles; maintaining required certifications and training for operating systems within the scope of duties; managing file and data storage for tests; executing system patching; and assisting with data security controls. The position utilizes DOD-approved tools and standard administrative practices to assess, remediate, and maintain system readiness.

At Cortina, we believe in training and developing our workforce, not just providing a job. The selected candidate will be paired with a senior team lead for structured mentoring, hands-on training, and professional development in support of your career and our nation’s critical defense workforce.

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

Cortina Solutions is committed to offering comprehensive and affordable benefits to employees and their families.

• 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 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.