Principal Systems Administrator: Linux/Windows, Secret Clearance

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Prattwhitney is seeking a Principal System Administrator in Tucson, AZ. This role requires IT systems administration in heterogeneous environments and leads RedHat installations. Candidates must have significant experience in both Linux and Windows systems alongside required qualifications.

The position offers a competitive salary range between $86,800 and $165,200, alongside benefits including health insurance and flexible working schedules. Candidates with active government security clearances will be preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 5 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with minimum 3 years.
• Active, transferable U.S. government-issued Secret clearance prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• 5+ years of full-time Linux experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT systems administration in Windows and Redhat environments.
• Lead RedHat installations and configurations.
• Manage server and storage system operations.
• Maintain 24x7 operational systems and perform occasional work beyond standard hours.

Skills

Linux administration

Windows administration

Active Directory

VMware

MySQL

Network administration

CompTIA Security+ CE

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

VMware vCenter

Data storage technologies (NAS, SAN)

Microsoft WSUS

Job description

Prattwhitney is seeking a Principal System Administrator in Tucson, AZ. This role requires IT systems administration in heterogeneous environments and leads RedHat installations. Candidates must have significant experience in both Linux and Windows systems alongside required qualifications.

The position offers a competitive salary range between $86,800 and $165,200, alongside benefits including health insurance and flexible working schedules. Candidates with active government security clearances will be preferred.