Mid-Level Systems Administrator

Mid-Level Systems Administrator

Company:
The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company's Information Data Technology and Security (IDT&S) organization Specialized Infrastructure Operations group is currently seeking a Mid-Level Systems Administrator to join the team in Herndon, VA; Chantilly, VA; or Fairfax, VA.

As a Systems Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our IT infrastructure, ensuring the stability, security and efficiency of our systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented professional to contribute technical leadership and DevSecOps principles in support of programs within the Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) business.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain Linux-based systems and infrastructure, integrating DevSecOps practices throughout the development lifecycle
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate security controls, vulnerability assessments, and compliance checks
• Monitor and optimize system performance, ensuring high availability, reliability, security and conformance to Risk Management Framework (RMF) requirements
• Simplify, automate and optimize patch management and compliance of Linux operating systems and applications
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to IT systems, with a focus on security and compliance
• Conduct regular system audits to ensure compliance with security standards and industry best practices
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending improvements to enhance system efficiency, security, and DevSecOps integration

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Successfully completed a Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years or agreed to enter a Continuous Vetting program such that 5 year updates are no longer required
• Active Counter-Intelligence polygraph
• 3+ years of experience with system administration of complex infrastructure and software development systems
• 3+ years of experience with Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems (Server 2016-2022 Windows 10)
• Experience with cloud computing and/or virtualization technologies (Splunk, VMware)
• Experience with configuration management
• Experience with networks and network communication protocols

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Ability to obtain or an active Full Scope Polygraph
• Experience with automation tools (i.e. Ansible)
• Experience with Windows support and administration in an Active Directory environment
• Experience implementing and managing Containerized systems
• Experience with security and vulnerability scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, STIG's, SCC)
• Experience maintaining enterprise-wide storage and network infrastructure

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $99,450 - $134,550

Language Requirements:
Not Applicable

Education:
Not Applicable

Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement:
This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:
This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.).

Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)

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