Overview
On Site
USD 120,684.00 - 150,012.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Electronic Warfare
Reverse Engineering
Hardware Development
Military
ISR
Big Data
Video
Operational Excellence
Systems Design
Network
IT Management
Pivotal
Computer Hardware
Provisioning
Auditing
Service Delivery
Workflow
Procurement
Regulatory Compliance
Software Management
Performance Management
Budget
Forecasting
Roadmaps
Information Technology
IT Infrastructure
System Administration
Cyber Security
Leadership
Supervision
Network Design
System Integration
Security Operations
Management
JIRA
ServiceNow
Adobe AIR
Communication
Documentation
Virtualization
Linux
Microsoft Windows
DoD
Security Clearance
CISSP
Cisco Certifications
ITIL
IaaS
Microsoft Azure
Amazon Web Services
IT Operations
Communications Security
Financial Planning
Life Insurance
Screening
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning (ML)
Logistics
Business Administration
Training
Law
SAP BASIS
Job Details
Requisition Number: 26514
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $120,684.00 - $150,012.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
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:
Job Description
We're seeking a technically adept and strategically minded IT Lead to oversee and evolve our IT functions within a defense-oriented environment. This high-impact role will guide infrastructure growth, cybersecurity posture, and operational excellence across a dynamic, multi-site organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in secure systems design, air-gapped network environments, -balancing hands-on execution with long-term vision. As we expand, the IT Lead will play a pivotal role in integrating new facilities, optimizing internal systems, while maintaining compliance with federal and DoD standards.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Requirements
Physical Requirements
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
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. Bonother 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to 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- for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $120,684.00 - $150,012.00
Security Clearance: Secret
Level of Experience: Senior
This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS) , a business group within HII's Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems.
HII works within our nation's intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners.
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:
Job Description
We're seeking a technically adept and strategically minded IT Lead to oversee and evolve our IT functions within a defense-oriented environment. This high-impact role will guide infrastructure growth, cybersecurity posture, and operational excellence across a dynamic, multi-site organization. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in secure systems design, air-gapped network environments, -balancing hands-on execution with long-term vision. As we expand, the IT Lead will play a pivotal role in integrating new facilities, optimizing internal systems, while maintaining compliance with federal and DoD standards.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Translate organizational goals into technical roadmaps and daily execution plans
- Serve as senior escalation point for infrastructure, cybersecurity, and systems issues
- Architect and deploy secure, scalable networks-including air-gapped environments-for new buildings and facility expansions
- Oversee hardware/software provisioning, system integrations, and connectivity across classified and unclassified domains
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and support audit readiness for classified systems
- Manage and evolve internal ticketing systems to align tactical tasks with strategic priorities
- Monitor system performance, uptime, and service delivery metrics across secure enclaves
- Identify opportunities for automation, modernization, and workflow efficiency
- Serve as the Unit Software License Manager (USLM), overseeing license procurement, allocation, renewal and compliance with DoD and Air Force software management policies
- Development and implementation of local policies, procedures and performance management
- Create project budgets , track spend and forecast future needs and refreshes across tools, licenses and equipment
- Develop multi-year roadmap for internal and external networks, as mission dictates
Minimum Qualifications
- 6 years relevant progressive experience with Bachelors in related field; 4 years relevant progressive experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field
- 6+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems administration, or cybersecurity
- 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Proven expertise in network architecture, system integration, and security operations
- Experience managing ticketing platforms (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow, or similar)
- Hands-on experience with air-gapped networks and secure system deployments
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Familiar with virtualization, Linux and Windows environments
- Active DoD Secret Security Clearance
- Must be able to obtain and maintain and TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks relevant progressive experience.
Preferred Requirements
- Master's degree or certifications such as CISSP, CCNP, or ITIL
- Experience in defense, intelligence, or government IT environments
- Familiarity with hybrid cloud infrastructure (Azure Gov, AWS GovCloud)
- Background in scaling IT operations during organizational growth
- Experience with COMSEC equipment and processes
Physical Requirements
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.
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. Bonother 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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to 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- for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
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