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BAE Systems team is looking for a highly trained and motivated Principal Closed Area Systems Administrator to lead and manage classified IT infrastructure operations. Responsibilities: Maintain a suite of PC clients running Windows, Microsoft Office, TMPC software, and other 3rd party COTS/GOTS; servers running Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Windows Server, Microsoft SQL Server, and also TMPC software, and other 3rd party COTS/GOTS running in a virtualized environment; and other network hardware, storage, and other devices in support of the TMPC development and integration test environment. Position will also include cybersecurity responsibilities and maintaining the security posture of integration and development environment in accordance with BAE Systems and DoD mandated information security requirements.
This position is 100% onsite within a closed, classified area. Some after-hours or weekend support may be required for maintenance windows or incident response. You must be able to lift equipment (up to 40lbs) and work within controlled environments.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
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.
Required Skills and Education

• Solid experience operating within VMware infrastructure
• Proficient in RedHat 7/8/9 administration; strong command of Linux RHEL patching workflows and package management tools (e.g., YUM/DNF)
• Strong Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Server OS administration and installation experience
• Experience with supporting classified networks
• Experience with ePO integration - attain McAfee ePO Administrator (5.10) Certification within 6 months
• Experience with networking concepts (DNS, LDAP, SSH/SCP, Switches, and Routers)
• Experience with cybersecurity/information assurance processes and procedures; familiarity with DISA STIGs, Nessus vulnerability scanning, and cyber compliance frameworks
• Familiarization with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• CompTIA Security+ certified

Preferred Skills and Education

• Experience supporting system accreditation efforts (SSP, POA&M, RMF)
• Scripting skills (e.g., Bash, PowerShell) for automation and task efficiency
• Familiarity with DISA STIGs, Nessus vulnerability scanning, and cyber compliance frameworks
• Experience installing and configuring development tools
• Proficient in the installation and administration of Shared Storage devices
• Experience with virtualization architectures, software, hypervisors; administration/installation (RedHat KVM)
• Familiar with MS Office products: Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Exhibiting teaming skills and collaborating within a cross-functional team