Systems Administrator II

AERMOR; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is looking for skilled Systems Administrators in Panama City, FL. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of experience and SEC+ certification, responsible for the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hardware and software components. Collaborating closely with government personnel, you will ensure compliance with security standards while supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center's network. This full-time position promises a dynamic work environment within the information technology sector.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience and SEC+ certification or equivalent.
• Professional experience with configuration and administration of VMware products, Windows Server, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Understanding and implementation of DoD IT security requirements including STIGs and RMF.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain workstations and servers.
• Support virtualization infrastructure including VMware.
• Implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Ensure compliance with DoD IT requirements.

Skills

Server and network administration

Security compliance

System performance monitoring

Virtualization (VMware, Windows, Linux)

Technical consultation

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Location: Panama City, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Security Clearance: Secret

AERMOR is seeking skilled Systems Administrators who will be responsible for the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and upgrading of hardware and software components. This includes supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) RDT&E network, government servers connected to NMCI/NGEN, and other systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The role requires expertise in server and network administration, security compliance, and system performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain workstations, servers, and network components.
• Support virtualization infrastructure including VMware, Windows, Linux, and Cisco systems.
• Perform application additions, relocations, and removals as needed.
• Administer server-based systems, security devices, distributed applications, network storage, backups, and messaging.
• Implement Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and maintain baseline system security in accordance with organizational policies.
• Perform systems monitoring and troubleshooting to ensure network sustainability and security.
• Ensure compliance with DoD IT requirements, including STIGs and Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements.
• Work with government personnel to maintain system security and adherence to industry standards.
• Implement and analyze security policies for Navy RMF and NAVSEA networks.
• Provide technical consultation on network, applications, and customer service issues.
• Support DRMO (Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office) processes, including equipment declassification, hard drive destruction, and administrative support for required documentation.
• Receive and report work assignments via a web-based government application.
• Work closely with the network operations team to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Provide timely updates on in-progress and completed work.
• Assist in coordinating equipment movement and disposal as directed by Network Operations.

Required Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years of experience and SEC+ certification or equivalent.
• Preferred certifications include Microsoft Certified Associate, VMware Certified Technical Associate, and Red Hat Certified System Administrator.
• Professional experience with configuration and administration of VMware products, Windows Server, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Understanding and bagi implementation of DoD IT security requirements, including STIGs and RMF.
• Prior experience working with DoD networks, with a preference for Navy RMF and NAVSEA networks.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industry: Internet Publishing