Systems Administrator

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 112,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

HII Mission Technologies in Fort Meade, MD seeks a Systems Administrator to support multinationalSecret network connections, delivering enhanced information sharing across partner nations. The role emphasizes enterprise IT operations, policy development, and secure system management in a high-security environment.

Required are extensive systems admin experience, active Secret clearance, US citizenship, and multiple certifications; travel is 0-10%, with full-time salaried status and a competitive

Qualifications

• 10 years relevant experience with Bachelor's in related field; 8 years with Masters; or 14 years with HS diploma.
• Certifications such as MSCE, CSEP, CCNA, CISSP are preferred.
• Active Secret Security Clearance and US Citizenship are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems with coordination of network admins.
• Sets up administrator and service accounts; maintains documentation and system performance.
• Evaluates vendor products and makes hardware/software recommendations; coordinates installs.
• Develops and monitors policies for allocation of computing resources; ensures security posture.
• Handles installation, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting and operations of IT hardware/software.
• Maintains knowledge of network and computer hardware/software interconnection (routers, switches, firewalls, etc.).
• Evaluates new network technologies to enhance capabilities.

Skills

System administration

Networking

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

ServiceNow

General IT infrastructure

Job description

Requisition Number: 30294

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $112,394.00 - $170,000.00

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

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

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.

Role

Job Description

HII - Mission Technologies is currently seeking a Systems Administrator to work in Fort Meade, MD in support of a multi-national developed capability that connects respective existing national Secret networks and services to deliver improved information sharing capabilities between Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators.
• Duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system-wide software, and allocating mass storage space.
• Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
• Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation, and provides backup recovery.
• Develop and monitor policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
• Responsible for the installation, checkout, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and operations of information technology hardware, software, wiring, and systems and involved in other system-level duties, document installation, and issues related to it.
• Maintains technical expertise in all network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing areas, such as routers, switches, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.
• Evaluate and report on new network technologies to enhance the network's capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

• Applicable common System Engineering certification(s) such as, but not limited to, MSCE, CSEP, CCNA, CISSP
• Must have an Active Secret Security Clearance
• US Citizen

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with ServiceNow
• Experience working in or for the military
• Expertise in Multi-national Combatant Command-level military exercises, coalition networking supporting military operations, and/or Mission Partner Environments, such as Pegasus.
• Experience or interest in materials, material applications, defense systems, and/or supply chains.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, methods, and techniques.
• Effective data analysis and problem-solving skills; attention to detail.
• Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Agile/Scrum Familiarity with Agile, Kanban, Scrum, how Scrum is done, standard Scrum/Agile.

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. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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.