Senior Systems Administrator

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Keyport (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator in Keyport, WA. The role requires overseeing system status reports and briefings, maintaining secure networks, and delivering reliable IT operations on-site. Candidates should have TS/SCI clearance, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with server-side technologies and SQL.

Qualifications

• Secure working environments (SCIFs) experience.
• Experience with data collection, organization, and analysis.
• Technical analysis, design/ redesign, and reporting skills.
• Troubleshooting and resolving trouble calls.
• Interpreting and implementing technical requirements in policy/procedures.
• Ability to present formal trainings and briefings.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain networked computer systems including hardware and software.
• Ensure data is securely stored and backed up regularly.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, networking, and system issues.
• Replace and upgrade defective components; monitor system performance.
• Research and recommend improvements to the networked system.
• Provide technical support when requested and document processes.

Skills

Server administration

Network management

SQL/Database operations

Troubleshooting

Documentation and reporting

Briefings and presentations

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems or related field

Master's degree in information systems or related field

Tools

MCSE certification

SQL

Job description

Requisition Number: 30421

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $102,621.00 - $224,545.00

Security Clearance: TS/SCI

Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.

HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Role

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

Mission Technologies has a current opening for a Senior Systems Administrator to help support our mission in Keyport, WA. The system administrator will be responsible for preparing reports and presentations as well as briefings and communications to the customer about system status or updates. To be successful in this role, you will bring excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills while having a patient and professional demeanor.

This role may have occasional travel as needed with addiontional traning as required and is onsite.

System Administrator 4 salary : 146,000- 155,000

System Administrator 5 salary : 165,000- 175,000

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Configuring and maintaining the networked computer system, including hardware, system software, and applications.
• Ensuring data is stored securely and backed up regularly
• Diagnosing and resolving hardware, software, networking, and system issues when they arise
• Replacing and upgrading defective or outdated components when necessary
• Monitoring system performance to ensure everything runs smoothly and securely
• Researching and recommending new approaches to improve the networked computer system
• Providing technical support when requested
• Documenting any processes which employees need to follow to successfully work within our computing system
• Understanding of government Risk Management Framework standards
• Relevant degree or diploma in Information systems or information technology.
• Microsoft MCSE certification or similar.
• Experience administering server-side technology and networked computing systems.
• Familiarity with SQL and database operations.
• Ability to prioritize a wide range of workloads with critical deadlines.
• Availability outside of working hours to resolve emergency issues promptly.

Minimum Qualifications

System Administrator 4 : 10 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 8 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 14 years relevant experience.

System Administrator 5 : 15+ years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13+ years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19+ years relevant experience.

• Skilled and experienced in secure working environments (i.e., SCIFs)
• Skilled in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, accurately
• Skilled in Technical Analysis, Design/Re-Design, and Reporting
• Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving trouble calls
• Skilled in applying policy/procedures interpreting/Implementing technical requirements
• Skilled in presenting formal training presentations and briefings

TS/SCI Clearance Required

Certification: MCSE, CompTia A+, CompTia Security+, CompTia Server+, and/or CompTia Network+ (or equivalent)

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Find the role that’s right for you.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.