Principal Windows Administrator- Must have active secret clearance

Raytheon; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal System Administrator in El Segundo, CA, to support classified programs with secure, cost-efficient IT environments. You will administer Windows and Red Hat Linux systems, collaborate across teams, and work with Cybersecurity to meet security requirements.

The role requires DoD Secret clearance, active citizenship, and hands-on experience with Windows administration, VMware, and NetApps. It is a full-time onsite assignment with strong focus on reliability and security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience, or a master's with 3+ years.
• Active DoD Secret clearance required before start; U.S. citizenship required.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows administration and VMware, NetApps, and backup software.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, troubleshooting complex issues and supporting hardware/OS integration.
• Work with Cybersecurity to maintain security requirements and document processes and training on IT procedures.
• Develop solutions and documentation for a variety of technical problems.
• Maintain DoDD 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ or equivalent).
• Full-time 100% onsite position.

Skills

Windows Administration

VMware

Backup Software

NetApps

DHCP

Group Policy

DNS

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Veritas NetBackup

Veeam

Splunk

Nessus

SCCM

NAS/SAN

Cisco Switches

Linux Basics

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E01 ~ 2000 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E01

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: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedom and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Principal System Administrators, based in El Segundo, CA, infrastructure Workplace Services, collaborate with many teams to 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 and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment, using troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues, including hardware and OS integration, while adapting to evolving challenges as part of a team.
• Working with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements and provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures and other tasks as assigned.
• Develop solutions and documentation about a variety of technical problems.
• Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification)
• Full-time 100% Onsite position

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or a master's degree and minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Must have an active a transferable U.S. government issued DoD Secret security clearance prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Windows administration
• Experience with the following: Windows, VMWare, Backup Software, NetApps
• Experience with DHCP, Group Policy, DNS

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Preferred are Backups, NetApps and Scripting
• Experience with Windows 11, 10 Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016.
• Experience with Veritas Netbackup, Veeam or closely related software
• Experience with data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies and solutions. Specifically Net App.
• Configuration and support of Fabric Cisco or Brocade Switches
• Minimal Linux expertise desired
• Familiarity with Splunk, Nessus, Symantec, SCCM highly desired
• VMware expertise highly desired.
• Experienced mentoring individuals and teams.

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.

Relocation Eligibility

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 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

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. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

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.