The Onsite System Manager position at Motorola Solutions is based in the US Federal Governments Markets Division, supporting critical LMR systems for the Department of Air Force. This role involves maintaining and providing technical support for a large-scale Land Mobile Radio system, including cybersecurity assistance and daily troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT System Administration and Cybersecurity, with specialized knowledge of Motorola ASTRO 25 systems. Key responsibilities include managing system maintenance, executing patching activities, and ensuring data backups while collaborating closely with various engineering teams. Technical skills required encompass RF theory, networking expertise, and proficiency in cybersecurity frameworks like RMF. The role demands strong communication and problem-solving abilities, as well as the capacity to obtain necessary security clearances and certifications within six months of hire.
Skills
Motorola ASTRO 25
Project 25
AES Encryption
OTAR Operations
Dispatch Console Systems
P25 Trunking Network Systems
RF Theory
Wide Area Networks
Local Area Networks
MS Office Suite
Google Workspace
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
CompTIA Security+
Cisco CCNA-Security
Security+ CE
CISSP
CASP+ CE
CySA+
GICSP
GSEC
GCED
GCIH
CCNP Security
CISA
Linux
Windows Server
Network Troubleshooting
System Integration
Documentation Management
Vulnerability Remediation
Technical Support
IT System Administration
Cybersecurity
What you'll do
Manage and execute planned system maintenance and patching activities for LMR equipment.
Provide daily first-level troubleshooting and case management for Motorola ASTRO 25 systems.
Facilitate the Risk Management Framework (RMF) cybersecurity accreditation process by supporting Cybersecurity Engineers.
Maintain, program, optimize, troubleshoot, and repair radio repeaters and dispatch/communications consoles.
Update System Authorization Boundary Topology diagrams and network documentation to support USAF System Engineer.
Ensure successful transmission and receipt of backups between critical servers and Backup and Recovery (BAR) servers.
What we're looking for
Minimum of five years experience in Cybersecurity and IT System Administration.
Deep understanding of Motorola Solutions P25 Trunking Network Systems and ASTRO 25 technology.
Solid working knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) theory and networking (WAN/LAN).
Certification or equivalent qualification in industrial engineering with relevant technical certifications.
Excellent communication skills for documentation and customer interaction, including cybersecurity planning meetings.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain necessary security clearance within 6 months of hire.
Market check
Salary context
This
$85,000–$110,000
range sits above
6%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$123,700–$202,200
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$134,387–$204,450
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Motorola Solutions
Motorola Solutions, Inc. (NYSE: MSI) is a leading American technology company providing mission-critical communications, video security, and analytics for public safety and enterprise customers.
Motorola Solutions currently has
87 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$120,000–$150,000
across 76 roles with salary data.