Secure Linux Admin - DoD Secret Clearance

Prattwhitney; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 86,800 - 165,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Richardson, TX is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support DoD-grade Linux environments (RHEL/Ubuntu), manage configuration and automation, and maintain server hardware, networking, and storage.

You will work in a cross-functional team, drive improvements, and ensure security compliance with NIST 800-53, with opportunities to advance and participate in learning and ROI-based outcomes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree with 3+ years.
• U.S. citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance required day one.
• Linux system administration with RHEL/Ubuntu.
• Server administration and virtualization (VMware)
• Networking fundamentals
• NIST 800-53 compliance
• Ability to obtain IAT Level II certification (Sec+) preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Collateral Secret Govt. Security Clearance, up to Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support Linux server platforms and infrastructure.
• Assist in escalation resolutions across Tier 1-3.
• Support implementation, deployment, and maintenance of Linux solutions.
• Contribute to automation, hardening, and stability in Secure Labs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers.

Skills

RHEL

Ubuntu Server

Ansible

VMware

Virtualization

Networking fundamentals

NIST 800-53

IAT Level II / Sec+

Security clearance

Education

University Degree in related field

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

Ansible

VMware

Job description

Collins Aerospace in Richardson, TX is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support DoD-grade Linux environments (RHEL/Ubuntu), manage configuration and automation, and maintain server hardware, networking, and storage.

You will work in a cross-functional team, drive improvements, and ensure security compliance with NIST 800-53, with opportunities to advance and participate in learning and ROI-based outcomes.