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Responsibilities

****This opportunity is contingent on contract award.

Noblis MSD , a wholly-owned subsidiary of Noblis, Inc., delivers mission-critical engineering, logistics , and sustainment solutions to the Department of Defense. We seek talented professionals to support Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific, Code 41250, in San Diego, CA . This program sustains, maintains, and modernizes the Navy’s afloat and ashore tactical network systems — including Automated Digital Network System (ADNS), Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES), Combined Enterprise Regional Information Exchange System – Maritime (CENTRIXS-M), Communications as a Service (CaaS), Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Networks, Agile Core Services (ACS), Software Defined Networks (SDN), Tactical Afloat Next Generation Networks (TNGN) — ensuring fleet readiness and operational superiority across the global naval enterprise.

Noblis MSD seeks Systems Administrators to administer and support daily operational requirements of Navy tactical network systems including workstations, file servers, and web servers aboard U.S. Navy ships and at shore facilities. These roles provide 24x7 on-call support for afloat networks, install hardware and software, perform systems upgrades, manage network accounts and security, and maintain system documentation for afloat and ashore C4I network platforms.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Administer and support daily operational requirements of computer network systems including workstations, file servers, and web servers

Install hardware, software, and systems upgrades for ADNS, CANES, ISNS, CENTRIXS, and related systems

Manage network accounts, network security, and local system design documentation

Maintain, troubleshoot, and implement network security tools including firewalls, anti-virus, and intrusion detection services

Provide 24x7 on-call Help Desk support via telephone, chat, and email for afloat networks

Perform first-level diagnosis and troubleshooting for end-users and fleet customers

Train staff on software applicable to their positions and assist customers with IT issues

Monitor system configuration (hardware and software) and provide instruction on computers and applications

Document all work in HELIX and PEO C4I approved remedy databases

Support network validation and configuration checkout (VC) and system grooms

Provide on-site technical assistance aboard U.S. Navy ships worldwide

Support Alteration Installation Technical ( AIT ) activities including software pre-loads, shipboard alterations, and system activation

Required Qualifications

Active DoD Secret clearance; ability to obtain TS/SCI ( required for SCI Networks work)

U.S. Citizenship required

Compliance with Cyber Workforce (CWF) directive certification requirements

Willingness to work rotating shifts (5am–12pm, 1pm–9pm, 9pm–5am) and deploy aboard ships

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing requirements

Some travel may be required

Level II ( $71,800 – $112,150)

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems with 3 years professional experience in systems administration, OR master's degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems with 1 year of experience in systems administration.

Level III ( $86,800 – $135,625)

Master's degree (MS) in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Systems with 7 years of experience in systems administration, OR b achelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or In formation Systems with 12 years professional experience in systems administration.

Desired Qualifications

CompTIA Security+ and CASP+ or equivalent advanced IA certifications

Experience with Navy afloat network systems (CANES, ADNS, ISNS, SCI Networks)

Advanced administration experience with Cisco switches/routers, Windows Server, and Linux

Experience leading technical teams in military network environments

Experience with DevSecOps and automated monitoring tools

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $71,800.00 - USD $135,625.00 /Yr.