Systems Administrator - Principle

Job Description:

Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator to lead a team of system administrators in managing and maintaining critical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical understanding of enterprise systems administration and a proven track record of operating within air-gapped (disconnected) networks. This role requires a disciplined approach to security, a commitment to rigorous compliance standards, and the ability to execute complex system updates and troubleshooting without external internet connectivity.

In this System Administrator position you will make impacts in the following ways:

Administer patch management for RHEL-based Linux and Windows systems, including vulnerability scanning, patch deployment, and compliance validation
Perform VMware patching and lifecycle operations
Perform Server and Exchange operations in an isolated environment
Manage and maintain TrueNAS storage systems, including volumes, snapshots, and secure protocols
Operate in VMware vSphere environments, including provisioning, performance monitoring, and resource management
Install, configure, and maintain WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) for enterprise Windows patching
Maintain comprehensive documentation and contribute to RMF packages and audit readiness.
Configure/troubleshoot group policies
Build workstations to specification based on requirements
Information systems IAVM/STIG compliance
Install and configure COTS and GOTS software

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

10+ years of experience (7+ years of experience with a degree) as a system administrator
CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
Proven ability to configure and manage WSUS for Windows update distribution
Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Exchange administration
Strong Active Directory experience, including domain controller and GPO management
Experience with VMware infrastructure, including vCenter, VCSA, and ESXi
Experience with Linux (Red Hat)
Experience with networking equipment such as Cisco Switching, Aruba VPNs, and Firewalls
Demonstrate experience with managing enterprise Certificate Authorities (CA) such as Microsoft Active Directory Certificate Service (AD CS)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Familiarity with DISA STIGs, Nessus vulnerability scanning, and cyber compliance frameworks
Strong understanding of PKI lifecycle management, including issuance, revocation, renewal and chain-of-trust validation
Experience with TrueNAS storage technologies
Scripting skills (e.g., Bash, PowerShell) for automation and task efficiency
Backup/Redundancy Management
Familiarity with Fortify administration
Experience working with SecureView
Operating System Certification

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510

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.

Job Ident #: 126318BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

Supported Manufacturers:
Various

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Job Info

Location

Rome, New York, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs