Systems Administrator

About the role

Innovatus Technology Consulting is seeking experienced System Administrators to support critical Department of the Navy IT operations at Pearl Harbor, HI. We are looking to fill up to two positions, with priority given to candidates with specialized expertise in CENTRIXS networks and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer VMware virtualization environment and NetApp storage suite, ensuring high availability, performance, and backup/recovery operations.
• CENTRIXS Admin: Manage Cisco network devices supporting CENTRIXS (Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System) coalition networks; handle configuration, patching, monitoring, and troubleshooting for secure information sharing with allied forces.
• Red Hat System Admin: Administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8) systems on C2LAN (Command and Control Local Area Network) platforms; perform OS patching, user management, security hardening, and application support.
• Windows Domain Controller Admin: Manage Active Directory domain controllers, Group Policy, user accounts, authentication, and related Windows Server infrastructure.
• Participate in operational exercises, drills, and real-world scenarios to support testing, validation, failover, and recovery procedures.
• Monitor system health, apply security updates, remediate vulnerabilities, and maintain compliance with DoD policies and STIGs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and government stakeholders, to resolve incidents and implement enhancements.
• Document configurations, procedures, and changes in accordance with Navy IT standards.

Requirements

• Active Secret security clearance (TS/SCI preferred for elevated access).
• Current CompTIA Security+ certification (or higher DoD-approved baseline).
• Hands-on experience administering enterprise IT systems in a DoD or classified environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, mission-oriented setting.
• Willingness and ability to participate in exercises, which may include non-standard hours or travel.
• Direct experience administering CENTRIXS networks, including Cisco device management (routers, switches, firewalls) in coalition environments.
• Proven expertise with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8) administration, including scripting, SELinux, and system hardening on operational C2 systems.
• Experience with VMware vSphere/ESXi and NetApp ONTAP storage management.
• Windows Server administration, focusing on Domain Controllers and Active Directory.
• Familiarity with Navy-specific networks or Pearl Harbor/Hawaii-based DoD operations.