Network Administrator / Ship Rider (Network Communications 2)

Date: Jul 24, 2026

Location: Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia, United States

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Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 29522

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $66,302.00 - $90,000.00

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 administration, maintenance, defense, and operational support of Navy Enterprise Tactical Training Network (NETTN) client and server infrastructure used to support enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications and services for the NITE.

The candidate will provide both shore-based and shipboard network administration support in support of Navy training operations and mission requirements. As a Ship Rider, the individual will be required to embark on naval vessels and support underway operations, working extended schedules of 12+ hour days for periods ranging from several weeks to a month or longer at a time. The candidate must be prepared to operate in dynamic shipboard environments, maintain mission readiness, and provide continuous technical support with limited resources while deployed. During departures will need to be able to troubleshoot phone connectivity issues and access network switches via console connections to assist with configuration and diagnostics.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Provide both shore-based and shipboard network administration support in support of Navy training operations and mission requirements.

Embark on naval vessels and support underway operations, working extended schedules of 12+ hour days for periods ranging from several weeks to a month or longer at a time.

Operate in dynamic shipboard environments, maintain mission readiness, and provide continuous technical support with limited resources while deployed.

Troubleshoot phone connectivity issues and access network switches via console connections to assist with configuration and diagnostics.

Work in close coordination with other team members, Navy personnel, and support departments to update, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, workstations, and network systems throughout the enterprise and onboard assigned platforms.

Additional duties include performing virtual construction administration, creating/modifying DHCP reservations, patching and STIG implementation, system hardening, troubleshooting technical issues, authoring standard operating procedures, and performing Tier 2 technical support.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple mission requirements, and function effectively as part of a technical team in both shore and shipboard environments. The individual must demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to maintain high-quality technical support during extended deployments and operational periods.

Minimum Qualifications

2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.

Security+ or equivalent certification.

Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a US Secret security clearance.

Must be willing and able to deploy aboard Navy vessels as a Ship Rider for extended periods.

Ability to work 12+ hour shifts for weeks at a time, including extended underway assignments lasting up to one month or longer.

Experience with Cisco Network and switching

Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP.

Basic capabilities and knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8.

Experience maintaining VSphere 7/8 and VMware Horizon.

Experience with patching ESXi 7/8.

Experience with VMware virtualization technologies.

Familiarity with VDI technologies and protocols.

Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Ability to read, interpret, and implement technical documentation.

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues across multiple systems and platforms.

Strong customer focus with the ability to manage customer needs and multiple competing priorities.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in shipboard environments with limited support resources.

Ability to maintain operational focus and technical performance during extended deployments.

Ability to adapt to changing mission requirements and shifting operational priorities.

Preferred Requirements

Server-focused experience highly desired.

Linux+ or Microsoft certification preferred.

Experience supporting DoD or Navy environments preferred.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

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.

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.