Senior Specialist, System Administration

L3Harris

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Greenville, TX
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L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

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TL;DR · Senior Specialist, System Administration

As a Senior Specialist, System Administration, you will join the IT team to manage, upgrade, and maintain a multi-platform infrastructure consisting of Linux and Windows systems. You will be responsible for installing and configuring servers, managing cloud instances, performing patching, and ensuring high availability through proactive monitoring and troubleshooting. The role involves building and maintaining automated workflows using Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD tools like GitLab CI or GitHub Actions. Key technical requirements include experience with Kubernetes, virtualization platforms such as vSphere and KVM, and networking technologies including NSX-T and load balancers. You will utilize Bash, Python, or PowerShell for automation while managing identity access systems and disaster recovery protocols. This position provides critical infrastructure support to ensure the reliable operation of software and systems across multiple programs and locations.

What you'll do

  • Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and Windows Server infrastructure in a multi-platform environment.
  • Manage Kubernetes workloads including deploying, debugging, and running stateful components like databases and object storage.
  • Automate routine tasks and manage infrastructure using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, and scripting languages like Python or Bash.
  • Monitor system performance, review application logs, and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability.
  • Implement security protocols, conduct regular system backups, and manage data recovery processes.
  • Manage identity and access management systems including OIDC, OAuth2, and Keycloak.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for system configurations, mapping, and service records.
  • Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and team members across multiple programs.

What we're looking for

  • Active CompTIA Security+ certification.
  • Active security clearance.
  • Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience, a graduate degree and 4 years of experience, or 10 years of experience without a degree.
  • Experience with Linux administration, Windows Server management, and cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Proficiency in virtualization (vSphere, KVM, Proxmox), container orchestration (Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible).
  • Advanced scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python for automation and configuration management.
  • Familiarity with networking (SDN, NSX-T, load balancers), CI/CD tools, and identity management systems.
  • U.S. citizens.

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