Cleared IT Systems Administrator Senior

Job Description
US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator that will support the implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Red Hat Enterprise Linux IT Systems. You will be responsible for deploying and maintaining critical systems that support our internal engineering teams. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex problems, and has a passion for technology and continuous improvement.
The Enterprise Assurance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers critical assurance disciplines that protect and enable people, data and missions. We provide a comprehensive approach to managing risk across the enterprise for current and future information environments where the business and missions execute. We apply the use of innovative tools and robust processes to ensure mission and business success.
What You'll Do:

• Interface with internal customers, program security, and management teams in planning for, deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting services and systems.
• Apply troubleshooting expertise to resolve stability issues proactively and reactively.
• Ensure a secure computing environment by managing backups, applying patches, updating antivirus, and routine vulnerability mitigation.
• Create Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using automation technologies to deploy, secure, and maintain virtual and physical Linux hosts and systems.
• Execute troubleshooting skills to address stability objectives both reactively and proactively.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Related Bachelor's and 4 or more years of related experience; or HS Diploma and 8 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Associate's, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for additional years of experience.
• Related certifications may count towards years of related experience.
• Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current TS/SCI Security and CI polygraph is required.
• Ability to work onsite in a secure and professional environment and maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Expertise in the following:
  • Ansible Automation and Ansible Automation Platform including playbooks, roles, and collections.
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux deployment, configuration management, software management and installations, and security compliance including DISA STIG.
  • Administration of Red Hat Satellite: Experience with Bare-Metal and Virtual System Provisioning, Subscription and Package Management.
• Knowledge of DOD Information Assurance practices and System Accreditation processes.
• Solid professional documentation skills, organization skills, and the ability to interact with team members cross-functionally.
• Excellent communication skills.

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
• Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS).
• Experience with container runtime and management technologies.
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux Infrastructure including Red Hat Identity Management and Red Hat Satellite.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.