Linux System Administrator (Mid-Level or Senior) *Sign on Bonus Potential*

Boeing; Berkeley (MO); On-site; USD 96,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Paid time away

Potential signing bonus

Job summary

The Boeing Company is seeking a Linux System Administrator (Mid-Level or Senior) in Berkeley, MO to install, operate, and secure the Program IT Infrastructure enabling air dominance programs. You will work across Windows and Linux environments, deploy automated configurations, and ensure secure, reliable systems in a closed network environment.

Responsibilities include scripting, system integration, and leading security-focused initiatives; candidates must be able to obtain SAP access and pursue

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain SAP access.
• Security+ or CISSP certification within 6 months.
• 3+ years of administering Windows and Linux hosts including patching and security config.
• 3+ years of experience with RHEL 6+ and Windows 7+ administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a Linux environment, including scripting and computing requirements analysis.
• Lead multi-disciplinary technical activities across systems and applications.
• Install, configure and maintain multi-platform systems hardware, software and components.
• Plan, develop, design and integrate computer applications for enterprise use.
• Coordinate complex software/hardware for enterprise releases.
• Ensure systems conform to architectural objectives and high availability.

Skills

SAP access

Security+ / CISSP

Windows/Linux admin

RHEL 6+

Windows 7+

Tools

Puppet

Ansible

Kickstart

Grub

NFS

Job description

Linux System Administrator (Mid-Level or Senior)

Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Linux System Administrator (Mid-Level or Senior) to join the Specialized United States Infrastructure Operations Organization team in Berkeley, MO. This position will install, operate, secure and maintain dedicated Program Information Technology Infrastructure that is required to deliver products to our customers. As a Windows Administrator, your expertise will play a crucial role in integrating logistics, manufacturing, and engineering into a cohesive ecosystem. You will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of a secure network that supports all tools and, more importantly, the personnel involved in this mission. This role directly supports our Air Dominance (AD) programs. You will be tasked with installing, operating, securing, and maintaining the dedicated Program Information Technology Infrastructure necessary for delivering products to our customers. We offer Enterprise capabilities within closed networks, encompassing standard office functions, application development stacks, engineering workflows, vulnerability remediation, and more. This role is contingent upon award.

Position Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a Linux environment, including scripting and analyzing computing requirements
• Lead a multi-disciplined range of technical systems and application activities
• Lead activities to install, configure and maintain multi-platform systems hardware, software and components
• Lead activities to plan, develop, design, and integrate all computer applications
• Plan and coordinate highly complex software and hardware for enterprise release
• Ensure systems conform to architectural objectives
• Evaluate complex system's production readiness and supportability
• Perform the restoration of complex computing service operations
• Perform complex system problem identification and resolution
• Lead activities to integrate security solutions into information systems
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and reliability
• Develop project plans for the implementation of Linux systems into a computing environment

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs (SAP)
• Ability to obtain a Security+, a CISSP certification or equivalent Cyber Security certification within 6 months of employment in this role
• 3+ years of experience in performing system administration tasks on Windows and Linux hosts including installing security patches and making configuration changes to support security requirements
• 3+ years of experience with installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for RHEL 6 or higher
• 3+ years of experience with installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for Windows 7 or higher

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 5 or more years’ related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active Security+ certification or the ability to obtain the certification within 6 months of your start date
• 5+ years of experience with installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for Oracle Linux/RHEL 6 or higher
• 5+ years of experience with installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for Windows 7 or higher
• 5+ years of experience in packaging, updating, and administering Linux operating systems, specifically Oracle Linux/RHEL 6 or higher
• 5+ years of experience in installation and integration of both Windows and Linux operating systems, including related COTS products
• 5+ years of experience with GRUB, diskless booting, and NFS/storage solutions
• 5+ years of experience with Bash scripting, Kickstart scripts, and experience in creating configuration modules using Puppet and Ansible
• 5+ years of experience developing shell scripts to automate processes and enhance system efficiency
• 5+ years of experience working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to establish standard practices and technology stacks that support customer needs
• 5+ years of experience in managing break/fix requests and long-term projects aimed at improving technology infrastructure, while developing and managing workflow tools and metrics to ensure effective service delivery
• 5+ years of experience in integrating security solutions such as McAfee, Splunk, and HBSS into information systems
• 5+ years of experience in administering user system access and implementing safeguards to protect sensitive information in compliance with security requirements

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria are met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
• Health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Potential signing bonus for eligible/qualified external candidates.
• Summary pay range for Mid-Level: $96,050 - $129,950
• Summary pay range for Senior: $119,850 - $162,150

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Not Applicable

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award.

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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