Senior Systems Administrator – DoD Secret Clearance (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; White Sands (NM); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Systems Administrator for 100% onsite work at White Sands NM. You will manage Windows and Linux infrastructure across classified programs and collaborate with multiple teams to define computing requirements and deliver end-to-end solutions.

The role requires active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and DoD RMF familiarity. Candidates should be prepared for 20% travel within the United States and to obtain DoDD 8140/8570 certifications.

Qualifications

• Active and transferable U.S. government Secret clearance required before start.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Experience administering Windows environments.
• Experience administering Linux environments.
• Familiarity with DoD/RMF guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux infrastructure, ensuring secure IT operations.
• Act as a senior technical resource to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems.
• Collaborate across Digital Technology, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Networking, Storage, and Tools teams to resolve complex challenges.
• Partner with Cybersecurity teams to maintain compliance and provide guidance on advanced IT processes.
• Lead and contribute to technical meetings with internal teams and program stakeholders.
• Develop, document, and enforce system administration processes and standards.
• Participate in Change Request reviews and DoD directive compliance.

Skills

Windows administration

Linux administration

OS concepts

Security compliance

Communication skills

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Advanced Degree

Tools

Active Directory

VMware

Network administration

NetApp

Job description

RTX is seeking a Principal Systems Administrator for 100% onsite work at White Sands NM. You will manage Windows and Linux infrastructure across classified programs and collaborate with multiple teams to define computing requirements and deliver end-to-end solutions.

The role requires active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, and DoD RMF familiarity. Candidates should be prepared for 20% travel within the United States and to obtain DoDD 8140/8570 certifications.