System Administrator

Sr. Systems AdministratorThis Sr. Systems Administrator is based in Tewksbury, MA and is 100% on site.What You Will Do:Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment.Understanding and knowledge of Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods.Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment.Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.Provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures and other tasks as assigned.Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within a reasonable amount of timeSystems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.Full time 100% onsite positioned in Tewksbury MAStart date will not be set until Interim clearance is obtainQualifications You Must Have:Typically requires a bachelor degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experienceMust be able to obtain a secret clearance is required prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. Start date will not be set until Interim clearance is obtainExperience administering and securing Windows and RHEL serversExperience with VMware virtualizationExperience with securing system configurations, system hardeningExperience scriptingQualifications We Prefer:Experience serving as a technical SME or primary point of contact for patching, vulnerability remediation, or compliance initiatives.Hands-on experience with MECM/SCCM, PXE boot services, OS imaging, and automated software deployment frameworks.Familiarity with NetApp storage and/or HPC environments.Experience with enterprise Windows services, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity integration.Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance tooling, such as ACAS, SCAP, Splunk, STIG Viewer, and audit support processes.What We Offer:Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. Relocation assistance is available. Relocation assistance available, provided final candidate meets eligibility requirementsThe salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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 candidate's 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 company's 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.