SIL Systems Administrator Specialist (Linux/Security)

General Atomics; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a System Administrator Specialist to maintain multi-user, Linux-based systems in the System Integration Lab.

This hands-on role involves security, imaging, deployment, and ongoing support to ensure platform integrity and performance. The ideal candidate has a IT-related associate degree, 1+ year admin experience, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate's degree in information technology or related discipline, plus 1+ year professional systems administration experience.
• Equivalent military IT experience may substitute for education.
• Certifications (Preferred / In-Progress): CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, CCST or CCNA.

Responsibilities

• Set up user accounts, maintain documentation, install system software, allocate storage, and back up systems for data integrity.
• Coordinate electronic office systems including PCs, servers, email, and standard software products.
• Interact with users and analyze vendor products; may train internal users.
• Coordinate day-to-day functions to ensure operation and maintenance of computer systems; install hardware and software.
• Perform workstation/server re-imaging using deployment baselines and recovery media.
• Troubleshoot routine and non-routine system problems including startup, configurations, performance, and connectivity.
• Support cybersecurity compliance activities per STIG/RMF guidance; liaise with vendors.
• Work extended hours and travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance is required.

Skills

Linux

Windows

System administration

Networking concepts

Security compliance

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate degree in IT or related field

Military IT training

Certifications: CompTIA A+ / Network+ / Security+ / CCST/CCNA

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Imaging tools

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) in Poway, CA, is seeking a System Administrator Specialist to maintain multi-user, Linux-based systems in the System Integration Lab.

This hands-on role involves security, imaging, deployment, and ongoing support to ensure platform integrity and performance. The ideal candidate has a IT-related associate degree, 1+ year admin experience, and relevant certifications.