Senior Systems Engineer - Linux, VMware, TS/SCI

The Center for Communications Research - CCR-L: La Jolla; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Center for Communications Research - CCR-L: La Jolla in La Jolla, CA seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain critical IT systems and security-conscious environments. You will mentor staff, prepare documentation, and drive system upgrades with minimal supervision.

Required are strong Linux/Windows administration capabilities, a solid security posture, and the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance. Extended hours may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field with six years minimum IT experience (or high school diploma with eight years).
• Advanced knowledge in designing, administering, and supporting Linux/Windows servers and software.
• Willing to work outside regular hours and obtain DOD IAT II certification.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, administer, and maintain IT systems and services.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure security and configuration compliance.
• Prepare technical documentation and SOPs.
• Respond to after-hours support issues and ensure system uptime.

Skills

Systems engineering

Linux/Windows administration

Security clearance

Project management

Education

BS in CS or related field

8+ years IT/Systems admin experience (or 6+ with degree)

Tools

Linux

Windows Server 2022+

VMware vSphere

SCCM/WSUS

PowerShell

Active Directory

Nessus

SQL

Job description

The Center for Communications Research - CCR-L: La Jolla in La Jolla, CA seeks a seasoned Systems Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain critical IT systems and security-conscious environments. You will mentor staff, prepare documentation, and drive system upgrades with minimal supervision.

Required are strong Linux/Windows administration capabilities, a solid security posture, and the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret/SCI clearance. Extended hours may be required.