MALS Senior System Administrator - MALS-26/29 (MCAS New River)

Paradigm Max Q LLC; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Max Q LLC in New River, NC is seeking a Senior System Administrator to support ALIMS at the MALS-26/29 site. This role is onsite and contingent upon award, requiring active Secret clearance and robust experience in server/network infrastructure.

You will train ALIMS personnel, manage servers (RHEL, Windows), VMware, and security, deploy LANs, and coordinate with NIWC/NAVAIR to sustain readiness for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and managing complex server and network infrastructures.
• Experience with virtualization (VMware) and Linux, plus cloud environments.
• Experience with security functions (firewalls, backups).
• Experience scripting for automation.
• Mentor junior staff and support ALIMS/NW environments.
• Deploying LANs and ensuring network connectivity in operational environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and mentorship for ALIMS personnel.
• Manage and troubleshoot server OS and hypervisors.
• Perform network security engineering and regulatory compliance.
• Advise on deployment and planning for AIS POR operations.

Skills

Server administration

Network engineering

VMware

Linux administration

Windows Server

Automation scripting

Mentoring staff

Security engineering

PWS C.5.8 execution

Education

High school + experience (H.3.2.b tier 10/7)

Associate's degree (H.3.2.b tier 8/5)

Bachelor's degree (H.3.2.b tier 6/5)

Master's degree (H.3.2.b tier 4/2)

PhD (H.3.2.b tier 2/1)

Tools

RHEL

Windows Server

VMware

NTCSS

ALIMS

TADN

POA&M

NIWC/NAVAIR coordination

Job description

Title: MALS Senior System Administrator - MALS-26/29 (MCAS New River)

LCAT: Senior System Administrator (Key Personnel)

Location: New River, NC

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance

Education: Desired, meet one of the H.3.2.b tiers: 10 yrs general / 7 yrs specific with no degree; 8 yrs general / 5 yrs specific with an associate's; 6 yrs general / 5 yrs specific with a bachelor's; 4 yrs general / 2 yrs specific with a master's; 2 yrs general / 1 yr specific with a PhD

About Us

Paradigm Max Q is redefining defense industry support. Founded in 2023, we combine elite talent, disciplined execution, and innovative thinking to deliver measurable results that improve readiness and reduce costs for the government and warfighter. As a rapidly growing SDVOSB, we are committed to operational excellence, accountability, and building a high-performing organization that delivers exceptional results for our customers. Our mission is to deliver measurable results that strengthen national defense and empower those who serve.

Job Summary

*** Contingent Upon Award ***

Provides technical support and training for the Aviation Logistics Information Management System (ALIMS) at the MALS, sustaining the aviation programs of record and networks that support 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing aviation readiness and deployable capability.

Required Qualifications

• LCAT:
  • Specialized experience planning, implementing, and managing complex server and network infrastructures for maximum uptime, security, and performance
  • Designing system architecture and administering virtualization environments (VMware and Linux) and cloud environments
  • Managing security functions (firewalls, backups, system protection)
  • Developing and using scripts for automation
  • Mentoring junior technical staff
  • Managing, installing, and maintaining network infrastructure, hardware, software, and application support environments
  • Deploying LANs, securing information systems, and ensuring network connectivity in operational and forward-deployed environments.
  • Desired education/experience (meet one), H.3.2.b: 10/7 no degree; 8/5 associate's; 6/5 bachelor's; 4/2 master's; 2/1 PhD.
• Position:
  • Must perform PWS C.5.8 duties:
    • (1) Training & mentorship - OJT to ALIMS personnel on operation/servicing of POR equipment; specialized training to enable support in any operational environment.
    • (2) System management & troubleshooting - manage and troubleshoot server operating systems (e.g., RHEL, Windows Server) and hypervisors (e.g., VMware) supporting systems like NTCSS; isolate and repair faults; submit support requests to NIWC and NAVAIR.
    • (3) Network & security engineering - advanced technical analysis for planning, installation, and operation of network architectures; ensure network infrastructure projects comply with regulations and support deployed/garrison networks including external connectivity; manage vulnerability remediation and POA&M submissions.
    • (4) Deployment & planning support - technical advisor for all AIS POR operations; support employment of the Tactical Aviation Data Network (TADN) and other communications equipment in deployed environments (e.g., aboard the T-AVB).

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• ALIMS/NTCSS experience
• RHEL/Windows Server and VMware administration
• NIWC/NAVAIR coordination
• RMF/POA&M and vulnerability remediation
• DoN/USMC aviation logistics IT environment. (Desirable, not mandatory.)

What Success Looks Like

ALIMS and supporting server/network systems remain available, secure, and compliant; faults are isolated and resolved with proper NIWC/NAVAIR coordination; vulnerability/POA&M actions stay current; ALIMS personnel are effectively trained; and deployed/garrison and T-AVB network support keeps the MALS mission-ready.

Benefits Statement

Paradigm Max Q provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability coverage; a 401(k)-retirement plan; paid time off (PTO) for vacation; and company-paid holidays. The benefits package also includes reimbursement for a Planet Fitness Black Card membership.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Location-Based Compensation

Compensation is determined based on the employee's primary work location, applicable labor market, experience, education, certifications, security clearance, and other job-related factors. Candidates working outside the DMV may receive a different salary range consistent with local market conditions and applicable law.