Senior Specialist, Systems Administration

L3Harris

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Melbourne, FL
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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, Systems Administration

The Senior Specialist, Systems Administration joins a dynamic IT team to manage, optimize, and secure critical infrastructure. This role involves configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting Windows Server and Desktop environments, Citrix Workspace systems, and Citrix NetScaler systems. The successful candidate will perform software installations, resolve application compatibility issues, and create comprehensive documentation for system configurations and best practices. Key technical responsibilities include managing virtualization via VMware or KVM, utilizing backup technologies like Commvault, and automating tasks using bash scripting. The role requires expertise in Active Directory, Group Policy, and Linux operating systems while ensuring compliance with STIGs and the NIST Risk Management Framework. Working within a defense technology context, the individual will collaborate with ISSOs to remediate Nessus scan findings and maintain system integrity through rigorous security patching and audit participation.

What you'll do

  • Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Windows Server, Desktop, Citrix Workspace, and NetScaler systems.
  • Manage and optimize VMware and KVM virtualization environments.
  • Automate repetitive or complex tasks using bash scripting.
  • Maintain backup technologies including Commvault, NAS, SAN, SAS, and iSCSI.
  • Implement security patches and remediate findings from Nessus and STIG scans.
  • Collaborate with ISSOs to maintain STIG compliance and conduct risk assessments.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations and procedures.
  • Perform software installations and troubleshoot application compatibility issues.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 6 years of experience, a Graduate degree with 4 years, or 10 years of experience without a degree.
  • At least 4 years of experience in Microsoft Windows, Citrix, and VMware systems administration.
  • Current/active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Ability to automate tasks using bash scripting.
  • Experience with virtualization (KVM/VMware) and backup technologies like Commvault, NAS, SAN, SAS, or iSCSI.
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems, networking protocols, PowerShell, and security best practices (preferred).
  • Ability to obtain Security+ certification within 6 months of hire (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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