Senior Systems Administrator, Classified IT

Anduril Industries

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Work type
On-site
Location
Costa Mesa, CA
Salary
$146,000–$194,000 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $143k
This role $170k
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This role pays more than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $115,081–$170,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $170k versus about $143k for comparable roles.

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About Anduril Industries

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company that builds advanced hardware and software systems for national security, including autonomous drones, surveillance systems, and the Lattice AI command platform.

Anduril Industries currently has 1830 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $146,000–$194,000 across 1614 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Administrator, Classified IT

Senior Systems Administrator, Classified IT will independently manage, troubleshoot, and secure enterprise Windows and Linux systems within classified environments. This role involves administering Active Directory, Group Policy, WSUS patch management, DNS, DHCP, and certificate services while ensuring compliance with DISA STIG requirements. The successful candidate will maintain virtualization platforms like VMware or Hyper-V and utilize PowerShell and Bash for automation and data collection. Beyond daily administration, the individual will serve as a technical escalation point, mentor junior staff, and lead system migrations and upgrades. Required expertise includes experience with TCP/IP networking, infrastructure maintenance, and resolving complex issues using diagnostic tools. The role specifically addresses the challenge of maintaining secure, high-availability systems in regulated environments where robust security configurations and proactive troubleshooting are essential for operational success within a defense technology context.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $114700 from 39 postings across 7 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Administer and troubleshoot Windows Server/desktop and Linux systems in classified environments.
  • Manage enterprise services including Active Directory, Group Policy (GPO), DNS, DHCP, and PKI certificates.
  • Execute patch management using WSUS or equivalent tools to ensure system compliance.
  • Interpret DISA STIG requirements and implement security remediations for regulated environments.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot virtualization environments such as VMware or Hyper-V.
  • Automate routine tasks and data collection using PowerShell, Bash, and other scripting methods.
  • Lead system migrations, upgrades, and maintenance projects with full documentation and change control.
  • Serve as a technical escalation point and mentor for junior systems administrators.

What we're looking for

  • Active TS/SCI security clearance.
  • Active CompTIA Security+ or higher DoD 8140/8570-aligned certification.
  • Strong hands-on Windows and Linux systems administration experience with the ability to work independently.
  • Experience with Active Directory, GPO administration, enterprise patch management (WSUS), and domain-connected systems.
  • Experience interpreting and remediating DISA STIG findings in secure or regulated environments.
  • Working knowledge of VMware, Hyper-V, or comparable virtualization technologies.
  • Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, subnetting, and network troubleshooting.
  • Experience with PowerShell, Bash, or similar administrative scripting; advanced certifications in Microsoft, Linux, VMware, networking, or cybersecurity (preferred).

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