Senior System Administrator

Talentify; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Veteran-friendly employer

Thriving employee culture

Job summary

ASEC is seeking a Senior System Administrator to support the Navy's LVC training environment in Norfolk, VA. You will administer Windows and Linux servers, manage virtualization platforms, and ensure robust storage, backups, and security controls for mission-critical training scenarios.

The role requires DoD network experience, RMF/STIG compliance, and a proactive, collaborative mindset. A top-secret clearance is required; salary ranges reflect seniority and government contracting norms.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience as a system administrator/IT technician supporting DoD classified networks (or equivalent).
• Experience administering virtualized environments (VMware/Hyper-V) including provisioning and performance optimization.
• Experience installing and maintaining enterprise server infrastructure, storage, backup, and mission-critical apps in classified/unclassified environments.
• Experience implementing RMF, STIGs, and vulnerability remediation practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer Windows and Linux servers for simulation, training, and mission planning.
• Manage VMware/Hyper-V or cloud virtualization environments.
• Maintain enterprise storage, backups, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Patch, upgrade, and lifecycle management of systems.
• Install, configure, and maintain simulation software and middleware.
• Support distributed training across multiple sites.
• Configure and maintain application servers for LVC exercises.
• Ensure synchronization for large-scale training events.
• Implement RMF controls and STIG compliance; remediate vulnerabilities.

Skills

DoD networks experience

Virtualization

RMF/STIG compliance

Distributed enterprise environments

Strong communication

Proactive self‑direction

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's/PhD in Engineering/Cybersecurity/IT

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Security/Compliance tooling

Job description

Description

What You'll Do:

Looking for an opportunity to apply your technical expertise to a mission that matters, this is it. As the Senior System Administrator, you will support the systems and technologies that power the Navy's premier Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training environment. By integrating real-world platforms with advanced simulations, this mission recreates the most sophisticated threats facing our warfighters to deliver realistic, high-end combat training that cannot be achieved in the real world alone.

As part of our team, you will directly contribute to mission readiness, helping ensure that U.S. and allied forces are trained, tested, and prepared to succeed in the most demanding operational environments.

This position will be based in Norfolk, VA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering Windows and Linux servers in support of simulation, modeling, training, and mission-planning applications.
• Managing VMware, Hyper-V, or cloud-based virtualization environments.
• Maintaining enterprise storage solutions, backup systems, and disaster recovery capabilities.
• Performing system patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining simulation software and supporting middleware.
• Supporting distributed training environments connecting multiple training sites.
• Configuring and maintaining application servers supporting LVC exercises.
• Ensuring systems are properly synchronized and configured for large-scale training events.
• Implementing and maintaining RMF controls and STIG compliance.
• Conducting vulnerability remediation and security hardening.
• Providing operational support during major fleet exercises and training events.
• Coordinating with engineers and operators to restore services during mission-critical events.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 7 years of experience as a system administrator/IT technician supporting DoD classified networks is required. A bachelor's degree in a STEM related area of study may be considered in lieu of the full 7 years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience administering virtualized environments using VMware, Hyper-V, or equivalent virtualization technologies, including system provisioning, maintenance, and performance optimization.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining enterprise server infrastructure, storage solutions, backup and recovery systems, and mission-critical applications in classified and unclassified environments.
• Experience implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls in accordance with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF), DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and vulnerability remediation best practices.
• Experience supporting distributed or enterprise environments requiring high system availability, lifecycle management, patching, troubleshooting, and rapid restoration of services during operational or mission-critical events.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Navy, or NAVAIR systems, including simulation, modeling, training, or other mission support environments is highly desired.

Certification Requirements:

• Qualified candidates will have the MS Certified Solutions Associate (Windows Server 2016 or later), Red Hat Certified System Administrator, or VMware Certified Professional and one of the following industry certifications: SecurityX/CASP+, CCNA, CCNP Security, CCSP, GCED, GCIA, GCLD, GDSA, GFACT.
• A master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems or Information Technology, or Software Engineering may be considered in lieu of one of the listed certifications, however Security+ will be required.

Equally Important:

• Ability to build positive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Effective communicator with strong verbal and written skills.
• Proactive, self-directed work style with the ability to operate independently.
• Analytical thinker with proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly organized, with the ability to balance competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Top Secret clearance. Selected candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Salary Range:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $145,000-$160,000, commensurate with an individual's experience, qualifications, and skill set. ASEC is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation.

Who We Are:

ASEC offers meaningful, mission-driven work within a culture that supports your professional and personal growth. We partner with our government customers to deliver innovative solutions across engineering, information technology, training, and logistics. Above all, we are committed to doing what's right for the Warfighter—plain and simple. Explore what makes ASEC different by visiting our website.

Why work at ASEC?

• 100% employee-owned company. Learn more about our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) here!
• Comprehensive benefits package, including 11 paid holidays, medical/dental/vision coverage, HSA/FSA options, disability insurance, and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate education
• Veteran-friendly employer
• Thriving employee culture

ASEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions (including breastfeeding), or any other status protected by law.

ASEC also complies with all applicable pay transparency laws and will not discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.