Senior Linux System Administrator

Job Description

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We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions : "We Protect Those Who Protect Us" and "We

Innovate for Those Who Move the World." Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your

career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a Senior Closed Area Linux Systems Administrator to provide comprehensive technical

and operational support for classified IT systems. You will primarily support the GXP Program. BAE Systems Geospatial eXploitation (GXP) develops industry-leading geospatial intelligence software for data management, image exploitation, and reporting.

Position Summary :

This position requires a seasoned IT professional with expertise in managing complex, air-gapped systems and lab environments in accordance with DoD and Intelligence Community security requirements. Mainly working in a Linux OS environmenet you will be responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of secure networks and systems, including Lab-in-a-Box (LIB) environments, virtualization platforms, endpoint protection, and logging / alerting tools. This position is 100% onsite within a closed, classified area. Some after-hours or weekend support may be required for maintenance windows or incident response. You must be able to lift equipment (up to 40lbs) and work

within controlled environments.

• In this Senior Linux System Adminisrator position you will make impacts in the following ways;

Proficiency in Active Directory, including user / group management, OU structure, and GPOs.

Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based servers and systems.

Configure, deploy, and maintain Lab-in-a-Box (LIB) environments used in closed area testing and mission scenarios.

Develop and execute system shutdown and secure wipe procedures, in accordance with DoD and agency guidelines.

Lead and coordinate data spill containment, response, and remediation actions in classified

environments.

Operate and manage Nessus vulnerability scanning, assessment reporting, and risk remediation tracking.

Maintain and support VMware-based virtual infrastructure, including host management and

resource allocation.

Operate and manage Veeam backup and recovery solutions for secure system images and

restoration planning.

Administer Trellix ePO (McAfee) for endpoint protection policy management, signature updates, and alert resolution.

Perform domain controller maintenance, including replication, DNS / DHCP services, and health monitoring.

Design, implement, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs) in Active Directory.

Support Splunk operations, including forwarder management, dashboard / report creation, and log analysis for auditing and threat detection.

Ensure all systems are compliant with applicable STIGs, RMF controls, and cyber hygiene policies.

Maintain system documentation, configuration change records, and contribute to audit readiness.

Collaborate with ISSOs / ISSMs, facility security, and other stakeholders to ensure secure and

compliant operations.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

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Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. xmcpwfu The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.