Linux System Administrator

Anduril Industries; Reston (VA); Presencial; USD 147.000 - 196.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Equity grants

Top-tier benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Anduril Industries is seeking a seasoned IT professional to provide 1st–3rd line support for classified systems across air‑gapped networks in Reston, VA. The role emphasizes security, automation, and reliable operation of Windows and Linux environments.

Core requirements include 5+ years designing and deploying classified IT solutions, DoD 8570/8140 certs, and an active Top Secret clearance. Competitive benefits and potential equity are offered with full-time employment.

Formación

• 5+ years designing and implementing Classified IT enterprise systems.
• Experience with physical hardware and air-gapped networks.
• Knowledge of RMF, NIST 800-53, and security hardening standards.

Responsabilidades

• Provide 1st-3rd tier IT support to employees on classified systems.
• Install, operate, and troubleshoot air-gapped IT environments.
• Write instruction docs and translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Perform security hardening using DISA STIGs and best practices.
• Manage Windows workstations/servers and Linux systems.

Conocimientos

Classified IT systems design

Air-gapped IT environments

Automation & scripting

RMF/NIST familiarity

Educación

DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification (Security+ / CySA+ / CISSP, etc)

Top Secret security clearance

Herramientas

VMware

Podman

Ansible

Descripción del empleo

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting‑edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

WHAT IS AIS?
Anduril Intelligence Systems (AIS) is focused on positioning Anduril as a lead provider of specialized engineering and products for Intelligence Community (IC) customers. We work within the IC to understand their requirements, shape their concepts of operation, and deliver exquisite capability across their problem set. We aim to develop and deploy critically needed capabilities that address our customers’ most pressing national security requirements.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Provide 1st, 2nd, and 3rd tier IT support to Anduril employees across classified systems.
• Install, operate, maintain and troubleshoot air‑gapped classified IT systems consisting of a variety of operating systems and hardware.
• Provide on‑call, on‑site IT support (in accordance with a predefined schedule).
• Write instructional documentation and convey highly technical ideas in non‑technical terms.
• Perform security hardening of systems using DISA STIG’s and other best practice security guidelines.
• Install, configure, and maintain Windows workstations, Windows servers, and Linux operating systems

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and implementing Classified IT enterprise systems and solutions
• Experience with physical hardware.
• Experience building, deploying and troubleshooting air‑gapped IT systems.
• Experience with automation and implementing solutions in an air‑gapped environment.
• Collaborates effectively with Information Assurance and Security teams to maintain and enhance system integrity and compliance.
• Familiarity with NIST 800-53, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other Technical Security Concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with virtualization technologies, such as VMware and containerization platforms like Podman.
• Currently possesses and maintains a DoD approved 8570/8140 baseline certification (Security +, SecurityX, CySA+, CISSP, etc).
• Currently possesses and is able to maintain an active U.S. Top Secret security clearance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience using Ansible for automation and configuration management.
• Experience with a scripting language to automate and solve reoccurring tasks
• Familiarity with networking concepts and managing network devices.

US Salary Range

$147,000—$196,000 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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