Systems Admin II

Job Description

See what you re missing. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: We Protect Those Who Protect Us. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

We put our customers first exemplified by our missions: We Protect Those Who Protect Us and We

Innovate for Those Who Move the World. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your

career with BAE Systems.

BAE Systems is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Closed Area Systems Administrator to join our

Information Technology team supporting classified environments. This individual will work with a dynamic

team responsible for the configuration, maintenance, and security of IT systems housed in closed areas,

supporting critical national defense programs.

As a key member of the IT support organization, you will play a vital role in managing and maintaining

classified computing infrastructure while ensuring strict adherence to security compliance requirements

such as RMF, NIST 800-53, and JSIG.

In this System Administrator II position supporting our closed areas you will make impacts in the following ways;

Perform user account administration, group policy configuration, and role-based access control in Active Directory for a classified environment.

Provide desktop systems administration, including imaging, configuration, troubleshooting, and secure application support.

Manage and monitor virtual server instances (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V), ensuring uptime, performance, and resource allocation.

Lead and track monthly OS and application patching across desktops and servers, ensuring full compliance with security baselines and STIGs.

Maintain domain health, DNS/DHCP, and group policy objects within Active Directory.

Support system logging, event correlation, and incident response efforts within the closed area.

Collaborate with ISSOs and security staff to ensure all system changes comply with RMF and local security policies.

Maintain thorough system documentation, configuration baselines, and change logs.

Support classified system accreditation activities and audits as needed.

Additional information:

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full- time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

Work may occasionally require after-hours support for patching or security-related events

Must be capable of lifting/moving equipment (up to 40 lbs) and performing physical tasks within

secure rooms

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• U.S. Citizenship.

• Active Secret Security Clearance and CompTIA Security or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification.

• 36 years of experience (2 years of experience with a degree) as a systems administrator.

• Proficiency in Active Directory, including user/group management, OU structure, and GPOs.

• Hands-on experience with desktop system support (Windows OS) and endpoint hardening.

• Experience managing virtualized server environments (VMware or Hyper-V).

• Familiarity with monthly patching procedures, SCCM/WSUS, and vulnerability remediation.

• Strong documentation skills and familiarity with change/configuration management practices.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active TOP SECRET Security Clearance.

• 2 years of experience working in a classified environment

• Experience with secure system build processes and STIG compliance.

• Working knowledge of RMF, NISPOM, and JSIG/ICD 503 requirements.

• Familiarity with backup and recovery tools in classified environments.

• Exposure to scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation and task optimization.

• Experience supporting secure enclaves, air-gapped systems, or cross-domain solutions.

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.

Systems Admin II

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