Linux System Administrator - Will sponsor a a secret clearance

Prattwhitney; Woburn (MA); Presencial; USD 69.000 - 131.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

RTX is seeking a Senior System Administrator based in Woburn, MA to support classified programs with secure, cost-efficient IT environments. You will collaborate to define computing requirements and deliver end-to-end infrastructure solutions for diverse programs.

The role requires DoD directive certification within 6 months, 24x7 operations readiness, and potential travel up to 10%. Onsite, with relocation offered and a strong emphasis on cybersecurity and compliance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of IT experience.
• Must be able to obtain a DoD secret clearance before start date.
• Must have Linux experience and strong AD/VMware skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide IT systems administration in Windows, VMware, and RHEL environments.
• Perform daily data-center checks and execute system backup procedures.
• Collaborate with Cybersecurity to maintain security requirements.

Conocimientos

Active Directory

VMware

Linux

Backup & Recovery

DoD clearance

Scripting

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Herramientas

VMware vCenter

Windows Server

Descripción del empleo

Date Posted: 2026-10-07 Country: United States of America Location: US-MA-WOBURN-WB2 ~ 225 Presidential Way ~ GODDARD BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Empowering a global business. Providing affordable solutions. Delivering competitive discriminators by unleashing deep expertise. These are just some of the many ways the Digital Technology team atRaytheon Technologies creates success for our customers. Joining our team will allow you to collaborate with Raytheon organizations to enable business growth, speed, and agility through business innovation, technical proficiency, and operational excellence. Our Digital Technology (DT) organization ensures that Raytheon teammates across the globe are able to communicate, collaborate and innovate for customer success. We create leading-edge technology solutions to prevent security threats, secure the integrity of our systems and support IT infrastructures around the world.

Senior System Administrator based in Woburn, MA internally known as Senior Analyst, Information Workplace Services collaborate and support exciting, critical programs with classified information system capabilities. Success in this role means you can develop, implement, and maintain secure, cost-efficient environments across various classified programs. Program teams rely on your collaboration and guidance to define computing requirements and create end-to-end solutions to solve complex IT infrastructure problems.

What You Will Do:

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows, VMWare and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Provide daily checks in multiple data centers.
• Understanding and knowledge of Windows Server internals and Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods
• Working as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment.
• Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity to include the integration of hardware operating systems (OS) and program specific software.
• Experience data backup uses and technologies.
• Install and help configure software applications requested by end users.
• Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.
• Provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures and other tasks as assigned.
• Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date.
• Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.
• Travel required as business needs dictate to other US Domestic locations, up to 10% per year.
• Full time 100% onsite position.
• Must obtain an interim clearance before setting a start date.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires bachelor’s and minimum of 2 years of relevant prior experience.
• Must be able to obtain a transferable U.S. government issued secret security clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must obtain an interim clearance before setting a start date.
• Must have Linux experience.
• Must have experience with Active Directory, VMware, Administration, backup and recovery.
• Must have experience with performing functional system checks.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification and an Operating System Certification)
• Experience with NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DFARS and/or DoD/RMF
• Experience with data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies and solutions
• Experience with using Information Technology project lifecycle management processes.
• Experience using VMWare vCenter, vSphere, and ESX and/or other virtual computing methods.
• Experience supporting engineers in software, simulations, and hardware development.
• Experience with Microsoft WSUS, MECM, and/or Exchange
• High Performance Computing (HPC) experience in a Linux environment
• Scripting Experience

We offer relocation.

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• flexible spending accounts
• flexible work schedules
• employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• parental leave
• paid time off
• holidays

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX 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, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.