Systems Administrator

Position Overview

SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR 1 at Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII

Team: E25 TEST ENGINEERING
Entity:
Newport News Shipbuilding
Type:
Full‑Time

Shift: 1st
Relocation assistance:
None
Telework:
Not eligible
Travel:
None

Clearance required:

No

• Maintain smooth operation of multi‑user computer systems and coordinate with network administrators.
• Interact with users and evaluate vendor products; make recommendations for hardware and software purchases.
• Coordinate installation and provide backup recovery solutions.
• Develop and monitor policies and standards for computing resource allocation.
• Set up administrator and service accounts, maintain system documentation, tune system performance, install system‑wide software, and allocate mass storage space.

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience required. Equivalent qualifications for Information Technology positions include:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate's Degree or other formal 2‑year program plus 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non‑exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E‑5 or above military experience
• High School/GED plus 4 years of combined Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED plus 8 years of combined Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non‑exempt experience
• A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelor's Degree

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logisticians, and business professionals. Recognized as a top employer, we offer a supportive environment, competitive benefits, and educational and training programs for career growth at every stage.

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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

If you need a reasonable accommodation during any part of the employment process, please email with the nature of your request and contact information. Only accommodation inquiries will be responded to at this address. Call and press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding assistance.