Network Administrator/Ship Rider (Network Communications 4)
HII's Mission Technologies division
- Location
- Onsite (Virginia Beach, Virginia)
- Compensation
- $99k - $130k/yr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior Level
About the role
HII's Mission Technologies division supports the U.S. Navy by maintaining and modernizing fleet defense systems and training environments. This role involves administering and securing the Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network, providing critical technical support both ashore and aboard naval vessels.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Perks
- Tuition reimbursement
- Education scholarships
- Employee discounts
Full job details
Requisition Number: 30548
Required Travel: 26 - 50%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $99,827.00 - $130,000.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
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.
Job Description
The Navy Integrated Training Environment (NITE) Network Administrator / Ship Rider is responsible for the administration, maintenance, cybersecurity defense, and operational support of Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) client and server systems supporting enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications for the NITE.
This role provides both shore-based and shipboard support. As a Ship Rider, the candidate will embark on U.S. Navy vessels to provide onboard network administration and technical support during underway operations. Deployments may require extended 12+ hour workdays for periods ranging from several weeks to over a month. The candidate must be capable of troubleshooting connectivity issues, accessing and configuring network switches via console connections, and maintaining reliable system operations in dynamic shipboard environments with limited resources.
The Network Administrator will coordinate closely with team members, Navy personnel, and technical departments to update, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, workstations, and network systems both ashore and afloat. Additional responsibilities include virtual environment administration, DHCP configuration, patching and STIG implementation, system hardening, technical troubleshooting, authoring SOPs, and providing Tier 2 technical support.
The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, manage multiple mission priorities, and maintain high-quality technical support during extended deployments.
Essential Job Responsibilities
• Provides administration and maintenance of NETTN client and server infrastructure supporting NITE training operations.
• Embarks on naval vessels as a Ship Rider to provide onboard network and system support during underway operations.
• Troubleshoots shipboard connectivity issues, including phone communication and console access to switches for diagnostics and configuration.
• Performs enterprise patching, STIG implementation, and system hardening for compliance with DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Supports servers, workstations, VMware virtual environments, and network systems across shore and shipboard installations.
• Creates and modifies DHCP reservations and assists with virtual environment configuration.
• Authors technical documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Provides Tier 2 technical support and escalates issues as appropriate.
• Works independently to manage competing mission and operational priorities.
• Maintains operational readiness and technical performance during extended deployments.
Minimum Qualifications
• 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience.
• Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification.
• Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must be willing and able to deploy aboard Navy vessels for extended periods.
• Ability to work 12+ hour shifts for weeks at a time, including underway periods lasting a month or longer.
• Experience with Cisco networking and switch administration.
• Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.
• Working knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8.
• Experience maintaining VMware vSphere 7/8 and VMware Horizon environments.
• Experience patching ESXi 7/8 hosts.
• Strong understanding of VMware virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with VDI technologies and associated protocols.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues across multiple operating systems and platforms.
• Strong customer service focus and ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in shipboard environments with limited resources.
• Ability to maintain operational focus during extended deployments.
• Adaptability to changing mission requirements and dynamic operational conditions.
Preferred Requirements
• Server-focused experience highly desired.
• Linux+ or Microsoft certification preferred.
• Experience supporting DoD or Navy environments preferred.
Physical Requirements
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. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here 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 buildyourcareer@hii-co.com 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.