Senior Linux & VMware Systems Administrator

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Linux/VMware Systems Administrator to administer Linux-based systems and VMware environments across enterprise capabilities. The role emphasizes security hardening, DoD STIG alignment, and proactive system stewardship in a high-security setting.

The candidate will work with cross-functional teams to deploy, monitor, and maintain Linux servers, virtual machines, and workstation images, ensuring robust performance and compliance with federal

Qualifications

• 15 years relevant experience with a Bachelor’s in a related field; 13 years with a Master’s; or 19 years relevant experience with a High School diploma/equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience with VMware ESXi and vCenter management.
• Familiarity with VDI technologies and associated protocols.
• Strong Linux troubleshooting, scripting, and system diagnostics skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply enterprise configuration standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification.
• Must hold and maintain an active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Ensures optimal performance and availability of multi-user Linux and VMware environments, coordinating activities with other administrators as required.
• Manages VMware infrastructure including provisioning, monitoring, resource allocation, and optimization of virtual machines.
• Performs Linux server administration including account and permission management, configuration management, system tuning, and log analysis.
• Maintains system documentation, configuration baselines, and ensures compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Evaluates and integrates hardware and software technologies, coordinates installation efforts, and supports system backup and recovery processes.
• Develops, implements, and enforces policies and standards for managing system resources and maintaining operational readiness.

Skills

Linux troubleshooting

Scripting

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree

High School diploma/equivalent

Security+ or DoD 8570 certification

Active Secret security clearance

Tools

VMware ESXi

vCenter

RHEL Linux

Ansible

Bash scripting

Linux STIGs

Job description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Linux/VMware Systems Administrator to administer Linux-based systems and VMware environments across enterprise capabilities. The role emphasizes security hardening, DoD STIG alignment, and proactive system stewardship in a high-security setting.

The candidate will work with cross-functional teams to deploy, monitor, and maintain Linux servers, virtual machines, and workstation images, ensuring robust performance and compliance with federal