Information System Administrator

Teledyne Scientific & Imaging; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 77,900 - 103,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, holidays

Team events

Job summary

Teledyne Imaging Sensors is seeking an Information System Administrator to secure classified IT systems and manage hybrid Windows/Linux environments. The role emphasizes RMF/NIST 800-53 compliance, patching, storage/backup, and network operations to support mission-critical sensors used by NASA, DoD, and other agencies.

The ideal candidate has a 5+ year background in government-classified IT, DoD directives, and IAT Level II certification. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and 5+ years in system administration in classified or government environments.
• Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, enterprise storage, and Cisco networking technologies.
• Knowledge of RMF/NIST 800-53 and DoD/IC directives.

Responsibilities

• Administer and secure classified IT systems across their full lifecycle in compliance with DoD/IC cybersecurity requirements.
• Manage hybrid server environments (Windows/Linux) including AD, DNS/DHCP, virtualization, and patching.
• Oversee storage and backup infrastructure (Dell EMC Unity, enterprise backup platforms).
• Maintain and support network infrastructure (Cisco routers/switches, LAN/WAN).
• Support desktop/client environments: imaging, software deployment, upgrades, and user administration.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues beyond Tier 2 across servers, networks, and endpoints.

Skills

Windows Server

Active Directory

Virtualization

Enterprise storage

Cisco networking

RMF/NIST 800-53

DoD/IC directives

Firewall/IDS/IPS

Monitoring/patching/ITIL

Scripting/Linux

IAT Level II (Security+)

Clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Dell EMC Unity

VMware/Hyper-V

Cisco routers/switches

Job description

Company Overview

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Join Teledyne Imaging Sensors as Information System Administrator! Are you ready to launch your career to the next level? Join our mission‑focused team, where we value technical excellence, collaboration, and agility. We’re the world’s leading provider of infrared sensors for space, with customers like NASA, ESA, and the US Department of Defense.

What You’ll Do

• Administer and secure classified IT systems across their full lifecycle, ensuring compliance with DCSA, DoD, and IC cybersecurity requirements.
• Manage hybrid server environments (Windows/Linux), including Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, virtualization (VMware/Hyper‑V), and system patching.
• Oversee storage and backup infrastructure (Dell EMC Unity, enterprise backup platforms), ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Maintain and support network infrastructure, including Cisco routers/switches, LAN/WAN architecture, and secure communications.
• Support desktop/client environments, including system imaging, software deployment, upgrades, and user administration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues across servers, networks, and endpoints beyond Tier 2 support.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) with 5+ years in system administration within classified or government environments.
• Strong expertise in Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, enterprise storage, and Cisco networking technologies.
• Experience with cybersecurity frameworks and compliance (RMF, NIST 800‑53, DoD/IC directives).
• Knowledge of network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS tools, and vulnerability management practices.
• Familiarity with enterprise monitoring, patching, backup/recovery, and ITIL-based operations.
• DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or higher) required; scripting and Linux experience preferred.
• Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI and CI Poly; U.S. citizenship required.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance from Day 1
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Tuition Reimbursement
• Fun Employee Events throughout the year

Salary Range

$77,900.00–$103,800.00

The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations, education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Teledyne 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, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non‑merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.