System Administrator

McLaughlin Research Corporation (MRC) is seeking a System Adminsitrator (RHEL) who will support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center in Newport RI. The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and defensive weapons systems associated with undersea warfare. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, schedule driven environment.

The System administrator will ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data through the planning, analysis, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Red Hat/Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration as the primary focus, with Windows administration experience as a secondary priority with excellent troubleshooting skills and a desire to learn new technologies and procedures. This work will be performed on site in Newport RI, there is minimal-to-no telework available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, manage, and patch Red Hat/Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments, including system installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization.
• Support and maintain the virtual VMware vSphere infrastructure to ensure smooth operations across various environments.
• Manage enterprise backup infrastructures.
• Define and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for system operations.
• Ensure systems are hardened and compliant with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) to maintain security and operational readiness.
• Ensure system reliability and accessibility while preventing unauthorized access to systems and data.
• Implement and monitor infrastructure health metrics to maintain optimal performance.
• Provide hands-on system administration support, including system maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with team members and customers, requiring strong written and verbal communication skills along with strong organizational abilities.

Required Experience / Certifications:

• Extensive experience with Red Hat/Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) system administration.
• Working knowledge of Windows administration and Active Directory.
• Security+.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Red Hat, Linux, and Windows environments.
• Database knowledge is a bonus but not required.
• Familiarity with networking concepts, including switches, routers, VoIPs, and network protocols.

Preferred Certifications:

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent RHEL certification.
• Windows 10 certifications.
• Cyber Security Workforce (CSWF) Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level I preferred.
• Other certifications may be required per DoD requirements in the future.

Additional Requirements:

• US Citizenship and eligibility to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance are required.

McLaughlin Research Corporation offers a competitive benefit plan to employees and their eligible family members that includes health, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, paid holidays, accrued leave, accrued vacation, 401K, profit sharing, as well as, any other state or federally required benefits.

McLaughlin Research Corporation is a full life cycle engineering and technical services company, partnering with our customers to support a wide range of Department of Defense weapon, combat, and sensor system programs. Since our inception in 1947, we ve remained a family-owned business dedicated to providing exceptional results. Over the years, we have received recognition for providing our customers with cost-effective solutions due to the outstanding support of our innovative staff.