Systems Administrator

SimVentions is 100% employee-owned and proudly ranked among Virginia’s Best Places to Work year after year! We are seeking an Information Assurance Specialist / Systems Administrator to support a Navy program in a secure, on-site laboratory environment. This position will focus on systems administration, information assurance, and maintaining secure operations in accordance with NGA (National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency) requirements.

 

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems administration, cybersecurity practices, and working within classified environments.

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An ACTIVE Top Secret Clearance with ability to obtain CI Polygraph is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.

• IAT Level II certification in accordance with applicable DoD 8570/8140 requirements.

• Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting Linux operating systems.

• Knowledge of Linux system configuration, user management, permissions, and security practices.

• Understanding of information assurance principles and cybersecurity requirements within DoD environments.

• Complete required Navy and NGA training to obtain privileged administrative access.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work 100% on-site in Dahlgren, five days per week, in a secure laboratory environment.

• Experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or similar Linux distributions.

• Familiarity with Linux command-line utilities, Bash scripting, and system automation.

• Experience implementing security configurations, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation.

• Previous experience supporting classified Navy, NGA, or DoD systems.

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  Provide day-to-day administration, maintenance, and technical support for Linux-based systems.

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  Configure, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain system performance and security.

• →Manage user accounts, permissions, access controls, and privileged administrative functions.
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  Identify and resolve system issues, security vulnerabilities, and operational concerns.

• →Collaborate with technical teams to maintain system security, reliability, and operational readiness.

A Bachelors Degree in Cybersecurity or STEM discipline is preferred.

 

SimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.

 

 

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We believe a well-rounded company starts with well-rounded employees, which is why we offer diverse service opportunities for our team throughout the year.

 

 

SimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.

 

 

We don’t just hire the smartest people; we seek experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about their work and thrive in our unique culture.

 

 

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