Specialist Systems Administration

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
$79,500–$147,000 / yr
Posted
7 days ago
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This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $111,200–$159,500 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $113k versus about $135k for comparable roles.

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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 877 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,500–$197,500 across 350 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Specialist Systems Administration

Specialist Systems Administration The Linux Enterprise System Administrator is responsible for maintaining, managing, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux systems within secure program areas. This role involves installing, upgrading, patching, and maintaining Linux systems and NetApp storage units while managing engineering software tools. Key responsibilities include monitoring system health, remediating vulnerabilities to ensure compliance with industry standards, and developing scripts for deployment automation. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering teams to deliver tailored technical solutions and communicate complex issues to various stakeholders. Required technical skills include Linux and NetApp systems administration, VMware or similar virtualization, and networking protocols. Preferred competencies include Ansible Automation, PowerShell, Bash, Nessus Security Center, Active Directory, and Windows Distributed File System. The work involves ensuring system reliability and data integrity within a defense technology context.

What you'll do

  • Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Linux systems and NetApp storage units in secure program areas.
  • Install, upgrade, and patch Linux systems and engineering software tools to ensure reliability and data integrity.
  • Implement routine system updates and remediate vulnerabilities to maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Monitor system health and proactively identify and resolve performance issues.
  • Develop and maintain scripts and tools for deployment automation to increase operational efficiency.
  • Communicate complex technical issues and strategies to management, engineering, and security teams.
  • Lead local IT projects and deliver tailored technical solutions based on program requirements.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years of experience, Graduate Degree with 2 years of experience, or 8 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Four years of Linux and/or NetApp systems administration experience.
  • Two years of experience with VMware or similar virtualization solutions.
  • Current/active TS/SCI security clearance and CI Polygraph.
  • CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or any DoD 8570 IAT level I or higher approved certification.
  • Ability to support overtime, lift equipment up to 50 LBS, and support up to 20% offsite travel.
  • Experience with Nessus Security Center, Cisco/Ariba Network, Windows DFS, Active Directory, or Commvault (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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