Job Description

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a mid/senior-level Systems Administrator with strong experience in DoD IT and Cybersecurity practices to support a new contract for the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport (NUWCDIVNPT)’s Code 34, located in Middletown, RI . An ideal candidate will possess experience with both Information Technology (IT)/Systems Administration and IA/Cybersecurity in a U.S. Navy/DoD environment.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization in accordance with Navy/Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI) policies and directives.
• Install and upgrade computer components and software, manage virtual servers, and integrate automation processes.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impact of issues.
• Provide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for planning and implementing new or upgrades of IT infrastructure.
• Conduct cybersecurity scans of hardware and software systems and configurations in support of larger cybersecurity/IA processes and policies.
• Support and conduct Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) and Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) activities.
• Coordinate with Navy and contractor cyber security personnel in identifying cybersecurity discrepancies and mitigating security vulnerabilities.
• Work to apply U.S. Navy information systems security policies and directives.

Location: Full time onsite at Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) in Newport, RI. 

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. May also require physical activity including lifting/moving computer & server hardware assets, setting up workstations, laying network cable, and supporting other IT infrastructure activities.

Existing Secret Security Clearance Required: This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate will already possess an Active or Interim Secret clearance. A strongly qualified candidate with relevant DoD experience but no current security clearance may be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must qualify under the DOD Cyber Workforce (CWF) as a System Administrator (451) Intermediate AND as an Information Assurance Technician Level II (IAT II). This can be jointly fulfilled by possessing ONE of the following:
  • CompTIA Security+ CE (Sec+ CE)
  • CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+)
  • Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
• OR, in lieu of one of the above certifications, must possess both:
  • ONE of the following:
    • Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security)
    • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Associate
    • GIAC Certified Incident Handler Certification (GCIH)
    • GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
  • AND ONE of the following:
    • BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science, from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution.
    • CompTIA Cloud+
    • GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
    • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
    • Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP-Security)
    • Federal IT Security Professional-Operator-NG (FITSP-O)
    • GIAC Foundational Cybersecurity Technologies (GFACT)
• Possesses Windows 10 or higher Operating System certification (OR complete relevant Windows 11 LinkedIn Learning courses within 3 months of hire).
• Possesses Windows Server 2016 or higher Operating System certification (OR complete relevant Windows Server 2022 LinkedIn Learning courses within 3 months of hire).
• At least five (5) years of professional experience supporting DoD unclassified and classified networks. Experience should include:
  • Configuring, deploying, operating, and maintaining Windows workstations and server operating systems
  • Configuring, deploying, operating, and maintaining Linux operating systems.
  • Hardening of Windows workstation and server environments including the implementation of the DISA Security Technical and Implementation Guide (STIG) and demonstrated experience with Information Assurance Vulnerability Alerts (IAV) compliance.
  • Providing IT/IA Customer Support Services.
  • SharePoint IT/IA administration (including web parts, web pages, document libraries, and calendars).
  • Conducting vulnerability scanning and vulnerability analysis and reporting.
• Strong proficiency with common productivity software including Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Office suite.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to interact with contractor, government, and active-duty military personnel.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter Benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal resources
• ID Theft benefits
• Employee Assistant and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities . THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or (571) 215-0077.

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