Principal Linux System Administrator (Onsite)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-E Hermans Rd BLDG 802

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX the world largest aerospace and defense company 185000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the worlds most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses world-class operations and investments in research and development we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

At Raytheon the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of todays mission and stay ahead of tomorrows threat. Our team solves tough meaningful problems that create a safer more secure world.

We are hiring for a Principal Systems Administrator to join our Digital Technology (DT) team in Tucson AZ. The DT organization ensures that Raytheon teammates across the globe are able to communicate collaborate and innovate for customer success. We create leading-edge technology solutions to prevent security threats secure the integrity of our systems and support IT infrastructures around the world.

The Principal System Administratorscollaborateacross the business tosupportexciting critical programs with classified information system this role means you candevelop implement and maintain secure cost-efficientenvironmentsacross various classified programs. Program teams rely on yourcollaborationand guidance to define computing requirements andcreateend-to-endsolutionstosolvecomplexIT infrastructure problems.

What You Will Do:

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment with a strong focus on RHEL systems management and lifecycle support.
• Apply solid understanding of Linux fundamentals including systemd SELinux networking DNS DHCP and integration with Active Directory for authentication. Support interoperability between Linux and Windows systems using established identity management tools.
• Work as part of a collaborative team in a fastpaced airgapped classified environment. Use advanced troubleshooting techniques to resolve moderate to complex technical issues involving operating systems virtualized workloads and hardware integration.
• Support Linux provisioning and configuration tasks including kickstart deployments automated configuration using Ansible package management and container workloads using Podman. Assist with patching processes in a closed network environment where updates are manually introduced.
• Perform routine backup restore and RAID-related tasks as needed.
• Install and configure software packages requested by end users ensuring systems remain compliant with cybersecurity requirements. Partner closely with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain required security posture support RMF/NISPOM/JSIG-aligned processes and deliver documentation guidance and training on advanced IT procedures.
• Develop solutions and technical documentation for a wide variety of Linux and Windows issues.
• Systems operate 24x7 and may require occasional work outside standard hours.
• Position requires up to 5% travel and is a full-time onsite role.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelors degree and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree with 3 years of experience
• Linux experience and Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• Experience supporting Windows systems in an enterprise environment
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: Active Directory administration VMware virtualization database or network administration
• Must be able to obtain DoD 8140/8570 certification requirements (CompTIA Security CE or equivalent) within 6 months of start

Qualifications We Prefer:

• VMware experience including vCenter ESXi and virtual machine lifecycle management
• Active DoD TS/SCI with Polygraph or prior SCI/program eligibility
• Current DoD 8140/8570 certifications including Security CE or equivalent OS-level certifications
• Experience with NISPOM JAFAN JSIG DFARS or Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes
• Experience with Red Hat ecosystem tools such as Ansible Podman SELinux kickstart provisioning and Linux automation
• Experience administering Windows Server technologies including WSUS or Exchange in a classified environment
• Knowledge of data storage concepts including SAN/NAS solutions and NFS implementations
• Exposure to containerization and early-stage adoption of Kubernetes or Rancher
• Experience supporting engineers working with software development simulations or hardware development workflows
• Experience scripting in Bash Ansible or PowerShell for automation and tooling
• HPC environment support experience

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions behaviors and performance with a vision for a safer more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust Respect Accountability Collaboration and Innovation.

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Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles commuting to and from the assigned site is the employees personal responsibility.

This position is offering relocation assistance. Learn more about our Tucson site location here: Raytheon Tucson AZ Location

This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS) an agency of the Department of Defense handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 86800 USD - 165200 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role function and associated responsibilities a candidates work experience location education/training and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits including but not limited to medical dental vision life insurance short-term disability long-term disability 401(k) match flexible spending accounts flexible work schedules employee assistance program Employee Scholar Program parental leave paid time off and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including but not limited to individual performance business unit performance and/or the companys performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act.

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