Senior Systems Administrator

Prattwhitney; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Tucson, AZ is seeking IT Systems Administrators to provide support in both Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of experience, an active U.S. Secret clearance, and U.S. citizenship.

Benefits include a competitive salary range of $68,900 - $131,100 and comprehensive healthcare coverage. This role involves collaboration with a team to troubleshoot technical problems and ensure system integrity.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Active and transferable U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux.

Responsibilities

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Work with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, AD and server replication.
• Troubleshoot technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity.

Skills

Windows administration

Linux fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

GitLab

Jenkins

Job description

Location

Tucson, AZ

About the Role

On‑site, 100% full time. Requires active U.S. Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship. Must obtain DoD Directive 8140 / 8570 certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent) within 6 months.

What You Will Do

• Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment.
• Work with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, AD and server replication.
• Collaborate as part of a team in a fast‑paced technological environment.
• Troubleshoot technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity, including hardware and operating system integration.

Qualifications You Must Have

• University degree or equivalent experience and at least 2 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• Active and transferable U.S. Secret security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Experience with Windows and/or Linux.

Preferred Qualifications

• Containerization technologies such as OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, Tanzu, and Rancher.
• Continuous integration/continuous delivery tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps.
• Experience with NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DFARS, DoD/RMF, data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies.
• Experience with VMware vCenter, vSphere, ESXi, or other virtual computing methods.
• Experience with Microsoft WSUS, MECM, and/or Exchange.
• High Performance Computing (HPC) experience in a Linux environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range: 68,900 USD – 131,100 USD.
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, employee scholar program, parental leave, paid time off and holidays.
• Potential eligibility for annual incentive compensation programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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, veteran status or any other applicable protected class. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.