Systems Administrator

Posted 17 Days Ago
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Norfolk, VA
Entry level
Information Technology • Consulting • Defense
The Role
As a Systems Administrator at CACI, you will support naval ship and submarine maintenance operations by performing configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and user support for various business systems. Key responsibilities include system monitoring, backups, recovery operations, and user account management, focusing on both legacy and modern technologies in a critical IT environment.
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Systems Administrator

Job Category: Service Contract Act

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

Join CACI as the prime contractor on a growing program supporting NAVSEA 03D3 Digital Program Office as a Systems Administrator supporting the Navy Maintenance and Modernization Enterprise Solution (NMMES), a mission-critical program that supports over 45,000 users executing naval ship and submarine maintenance operations worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform daily activities of configuration and operation of business systems

  • Support mainframe, mini, or client/server based systems

  • Optimize system operation and resource utilization

  • Conduct basic system capacity analysis and planning

  • Provide assistance to users in accessing and using business systems

  • Perform system maintenance and updates

  • Monitor system performance and availability

  • Support backup and recovery operations

  • Assist with user account management

  • Help maintain system documentation

  • Participate in system upgrades and implementations

  • Support both legacy and modern systems

Qualifications:

Required:

  • High School Diploma

  • Up to 7 years of experience in systems administration

  • Basic knowledge of system administration principles

  • Understanding of computer operating systems

  • Basic troubleshooting skills

Desired:

  • Experience with DoD/Navy systems

  • Technical certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+)

  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux systems

  • Basic scripting abilities

  • Understanding of system security principles

  • Experience with help desk support

  • Knowledge of backup and recovery procedures

Specific labor category determined by years of experience + educational degrees as stated below:

  • Systems Administrator I – High School diploma and up to 7 years experience in system administration

  • Systems Administrator II – Bachelors degree and strong knowledge of system administration principles

  • Systems Administrator III - Bachelors degree and 5 years experience in system administration within DoD/Navy

Additional Information:

This position offers an opportunity to begin a career in systems administration supporting critical Navy maintenance systems. The ideal candidate will combine technical aptitude with strong attention to detail and customer service skills.

Success in this role requires:

  • Good technical understanding

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Customer service orientation

  • Problem-solving abilities

  • Team collaboration skills

  • Willingness to learn

Note: Position supports NMMES software suite which includes both legacy software applications and current web application technologies running on multiple operating systems.

Key Success Factors:

  • Basic systems administration skills

  • Ability to follow procedures

  • Good documentation practices

  • Customer service abilities

  • Technical learning capacity

  • Team orientation

The role requires someone who can:

  • Perform basic system administration tasks

  • Follow established procedures

  • Document work accurately

  • Support system users

  • Learn new technologies

  • Work effectively in teams

  • Maintain system security

Special Requirements:

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required security clearances

  • Must be willing to work occasional off-hours as needed

  • Must maintain system security awareness

  • Must follow established procedures

  • Must be detail-oriented

Technical Skills Focus:

  • Operating system administration

  • User account management

  • System monitoring

  • Basic troubleshooting

  • Backup and recovery

  • Security awareness

  • Documentation

This entry-level role provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in systems administration while supporting mission-critical Navy systems. The position offers exposure to both legacy and modern technologies in a complex IT environment.

Career Development:

  • Hands-on technical experience

  • Exposure to enterprise systems

  • Security awareness development

  • Process knowledge building

  • Technical certification support

  • Path to advanced roles

Note: This is a Non-Exempt position subject to overtime pay requirements and aligned with Service Contract Act (SCA) wage determinations.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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What You Can Expect:

 

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. 

 

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.  

 

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. 

 

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range:

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.
 

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

$28.83


There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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The Company
Bristol
17,673 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1962

What We Do

CACI’s approximately 23,000 talented employees are vigilant in providing the unique expertise and distinctive technology that address our customers’ greatest enterprise and mission challenges. Our culture of good character, innovation, and excellence drives our success and earns us recognition as a Fortune World's Most Admired Company. As a member of the Fortune 1000 Largest Companies, the Russell 1000 Index, and the S&P MidCap 400 Index, we consistently deliver strong shareholder value. Visit us at www.caci.com.

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