Systems Administrator

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking an ON-SITE Systems Administrator. Join our IT Operations Team within our Network Infrastructure Support Program Area and become a member of a highly productive team , where each employee has the opportunity to grow their skills and work on rewarding system and network operations projects . The selected candidate will perform the following functions working closely with interdisciplinary teams in support of the US Navy's Strategic Systems Programs - a program that keeps our nation safe with a credible sea-based nuclear deterrent:

• Installing, configuring, hardening, patching, tuning, and upgrading Windows Desktops

• Hardening Windows Desktops in accordance with system security policies and DISA s Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

• Troubleshooting issues to restore operations

• Assisting with COT s installations, tuning, and troubleshooting

• Performing vulnerability scans and remediating findings

• Creating and maintaining technical documentation to include technical instructions and technical designs

and the U.S. Navy s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)

Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program s inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system, and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation s nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy.

As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.

BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc.

BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• A CompTIA Security or equivalent 8570/8140 approved IAT level 2 certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of being hired

• Bachelor s Degree (typically within the field of Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar field)

• Maintaining a thorough understanding of NIST 800-53 controls and determining which controls are applicable, as well as documenting the implementation

• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to research and find technical solutions with minimal supervision

• Effective organizational, time management, and communication skills (written and verbal)

• Active Secret clearance (ability to upgrade to a Top Secret Clearance)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Hands-on experience managing Windows Desktops to include deployments, upgrades, patches, and hardening

• Experience hardening systems in accordance with DISA s Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

• The ability to understand and remediate vulnerabilities identified by CTOs, IVAMs, DISA STIGS, ACAS, and STIGs

• Experience with PowerShell to automate tasks and manage systems

• Experience with Windows Operating Systems

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921

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.

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