Sr. Principal Linux Systems Administrator

Raytheon Technologies - El Segundo, CA

Full-time - Senior

El Segundo, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr. Principal Linux Systems Administrator at Raytheon is responsible for providing IT systems administration in a mixed Redhat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows environment. This role involves collaborating with a diverse team to support critical programs with classified information system capabilities, ensuring secure and cost-efficient environments across various classified programs. The position requires a strong focus on developing, implementing, and maintaining IT solutions while adhering to security requirements and providing guidance to program teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Redhat Enterprise Linux and Microsoft Windows environment.
• Collaborate with a diverse team in a fast-paced technological environment.
• Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity, including hardware and OS integration.
• Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements and provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures.
• Develop solutions and documentation for a variety of technical problems.
• Obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date.

Requirements

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or a master's degree and minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience.
• Must have an active transferable U.S. government issued TS/SCI security clearance or prior SCI/program eligibility prior to start date.
• Must have Linux systems administration experience, including Red Hat Satellite Server.
• Must have leadership experience.
• Experience with Windows, VMWare vCenter, vSphere, VDI, and ESX virtual computing methods.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Ansible.
• VMware highly desired.
• Experienced in leadership and mentoring of individuals and teams.
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining SIPRnet.
• Basic Windows experience desired.
• Direct working experience with NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DFARS and/or DoD/RMF.
• Experience with data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies and solutions, specifically Net App.
• Experience supporting engineers in software, simulations, and hardware development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off and holidays