Senior Systems Administrator

Job Description

Elevate Your Expertise in a High-Impact Environment

The Opportunity
Join a team where technical precision meets mission-critical execution. We are seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to take ownership of a sophisticated, geographically distributed network environment.

If you are a driven professional who thrives on solving complex puzzles and optimizing high-security environments, this role offers the challenge and the platform to truly make your mark.

Your Impact

• Orchestrate Infrastructure: You will lead the installation and administration of critical systems, ensuring that server and desktop configurations are not just functional, but optimized for peak efficiency.
• Fortify the Network: Take command of server enclaves. From managing Active Directory configurations to executing vulnerability assessments and certificate renewals, you will be the guardian of system integrity.
• Solve Complex Challenges: Act as the primary escalation point for hardware and software anomalies, transforming critical outages into opportunities for systemic improvement through innovative re-work solutions.
• Define the Standard: Create the blueprints for success by developing clear, concise documentation that ensures the organization can resolve incidents with speed and accuracy.
• Strategic Collaboration: Bridge the gap between technical operations and leadership, communicating system health and proposing strategic upgrades to ensure long-term operational success.

#LI-PB2 Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• The Foundation: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, System Engineering, or a related technical field, paired with 8+ years of professional experience (equivalent experience is welcomed).
• Technical Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Windows Server 2019 and Active Directory , with a deep understanding of both Client and Server virtualization.
• The Toolset: Hands-on experience with Red Hat and VMWare , as well as a mastery of the modern admin stack: SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, and Nessus .
• Security Mindset: A sophisticated understanding of advanced security protocols and information security principles.

MDOPS Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Automation Expertise: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or PowerCLI to drive efficiency through scripting.
• Data & Development: Experience with SQL Server and a background in Agile development environments.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with PKI systems , HSMs for key validation, and NTP for synchronization.
• Compliance Leadership: Experience navigating the complexities of security accreditation and certification documentation.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.


Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.