Systems Administration Specialist

L3Harris

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Work type: On-site
Location: Chantilly, VA
Salary: $79,500–$147,000 / yr
Posted: 1 day ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $113k

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About L3Harris

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.

L3Harris currently has 470 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 185 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Administration Specialist

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Specialist Systems Administration serves as a Linux Enterprise System Administrator responsible for maintaining, managing, configuring, and troubleshooting systems within secure program areas. The role involves installing and patching Linux systems and NetApp storage units while maintaining engineering software tools to ensure reliability and data integrity. You will develop scripts for deployment automation, monitor system health, and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver tailored technical solutions. Key technologies include Linux operating systems, NetApp Storage Devices, VMware virtualization, Ansible Automation, PowerShell, Bash, and Cisco network protocols. The position requires managing systems under the NIST Risk Management Framework while addressing security vulnerabilities. Candidates must possess a TS/SCI clearance and certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP. This role solves critical infrastructure challenges by ensuring high availability and compliance within secure environments for defense-related programs.

Skills

Linux NetApp VMware Ansible Bash PowerShell Active Directory NIST Risk Management Framework Commvault Windows Distributed File System Cisco Nessus Deployment Automation Network Protocols security CISSP

What you'll do

Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux systems within secure program areas.
Manage and maintain NetApp storage units and associated engineering software tools.
Implement routine system updates, patches, and remediations to ensure security compliance.
Monitor system health and proactively resolve performance issues to ensure data integrity.
Develop scripts and tools using PowerShell or Bash to automate deployment processes.
Communicate complex technical solutions and concerns to management and non-technical stakeholders.
Lead local IT projects and provide tailored technical solutions for engineering teams.

What we're looking for

A Bachelor's degree with 4 years of experience, a Graduate degree with 2 years of experience, or 8 years of experience without a degree.
Four years of Linux and/or NetApp systems administration experience.
Two years of experience with VMware or similar virtualization solutions.
Active TS/SCI security clearance and CI Polygraph are required.
CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or any DoD 8570 IAT level I or higher approved certification.
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 50 lbs and support up to 20% offsite travel.
Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, NetApp Storage Devices, networking protocols, PowerShell or Bash, and security best practices.
U.S. citizens.

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