Senior Associate, Systems Administrator (Palm Bay) (TS/SCI with FS Poly)

L3Harris Technologies; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a Sr. Associate Systems Administrator in Palm Bay, FL to support classified Windows desktop systems and essential applications.

You will perform system updates, patching, and security hardening, while coordinating with program engineering teams to deliver IT solutions aligned with schedules. The role requires strong communication with management and non-technical stakeholders, a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience), and an active TS/SCI clearance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; or 6+ years of related experience in lieu.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems, networking protocols, PowerShell, and security best practices.
• Current active TS/SCI clearance with a full-scope polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-user desktop support for systems and applications both locally and across the classified WAN.
• Perform routine system updates, patching, and hardening to reduce vulnerabilities and maintain compliance with applicable standards.
• Partner with program engineering teams to understand requirements and deliver IT solutions aligned with program needs and schedules.
• Communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations effectively to management and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Windows OS

PowerShell

Networking basics

Security best practices

Microsoft Office

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

VMware

Commvault

RHEL 8/9

CentOS

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Sr. Associate Systems Administrator

Job Code: 44349

Job Location: Palm Bay, FL

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated System/Network desktop support administrator to join our IT team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting classified Windows desktop systems and essential applications. This role combines system administration, network management, project coordination, and desktop/software support to ensure reliable and secure day-to-day operations.

Essential Functions

• Provide end-user desktop support for systems and applications both locally and across the classified WAN.
• Perform routine system updates, patching, and hardening to reduce vulnerabilities and maintain compliance with applicable standards.
• Partner with program engineering teams to understand requirements and deliver IT solutions aligned with program needs and schedules.
• Communicate technical issues, risks, and recommendations effectively to management and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems, networking protocols, PowerShell, and security best practices.
• Current active TS/SCI clearance with a full-scope polygraph.

Preferred Additional Skills

• Hands-on experience supporting Linux systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8/9, CentOS, and Ubuntu.
• Experience administering VMware or comparable virtualization platforms.
• Experience working with Commvault or similar backup and recovery solutions.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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