Senior Classified Systems Administrator - Linux & Cloud

RAND; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 121,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation considered

Job summary

RAND Corporation seeks a Classified Systems Administrator, IV for our Pittsburgh, PA office. The role focuses on advanced to complex evaluation, design, and maintenance of classified servers, networks, and communications systems supporting secure computing environments.

Ideal candidates have 9+ years in Linux/Windows, strong DNS/TCP/IP/HTTP skills, and experience with VMware and cloud operations. Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred. Travel minimal; relocation may be considered.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of professional experience in Linux/Windows systems administration.
• Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred.
• Relocation to Pittsburgh, PA may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and secure classified servers and networks.
• Lead medium- to large-scale projects for classified systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship within Classified IT team.
• Ensure compliance with security controls and operational procedures.

Skills

Linux administration

Windows administration

DNS/TCPIP/HTTP

VMware

Cloud operations

Security compliance

Incident response

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

BA/BS preferred

Tools

Active Directory

SAN/NAS storage

VMware

Job description

RAND Corporation seeks a Classified Systems Administrator, IV for our Pittsburgh, PA office. The role focuses on advanced to complex evaluation, design, and maintenance of classified servers, networks, and communications systems supporting secure computing environments.

Ideal candidates have 9+ years in Linux/Windows, strong DNS/TCP/IP/HTTP skills, and experience with VMware and cloud operations. Active Secret clearance required; TS/SCI preferred. Travel minimal; relocation may be considered.