Systems Administrator

Textron Inc.; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Systems Administrator to design, implement, and maintain secure, air-gapped environments supporting warfighters. You’ll patch, monitor, and remediate vulnerabilities while coordinating with Security and IT teams.

Expect buildout of standalone and domain-controlled systems, routers, switches, and firewalls in Wilmington, MA. Requirements include 2–4 years in systems administration, Secret clearance (or ability to obtain), Windows and Linux proficiency, and DoD

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or directly relevant work experience
• Secret Clearance required, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance
• 2–4 years’ experience as a Network / System Administrator / IT
• Experience with Windows Server (2022/2025) and Windows 11
• Linux experience a plus (RedHat 8, 9)
• Knowledge of encryption devices, servers, switches, routers, and firewalls
• Knowledge of network protocols, security, and troubleshooting
• DoDD 8140/8570 Certification within 6 months of start date

Responsibilities

• Setup and maintain systems support for software, hardware, and servers: test, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues related to Classified Systems/Networks
• Perform application updates and installs, OS upgrades and patching, RAID configuration & monitoring, backups & restoration, disk cloning
• Provide timely technical support for users and assist with account management
• Troubleshooting to resolve technical problems on hardware, OS, and applications
• Support Anti-virus Installation and Maintenance
• Assist with incident response and backup processes and documentation

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related experience

Tools

Nessus

Platform automation tools

Security automation tools

Job description

Systems Administrator

Description

Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

System Administrators collaborate with a diverse team to support classified information systems. Success in this role means you can develop, implement, and maintain secure, cost-efficient environments supporting the warfighters. Program teams rely on your collaboration and guidance to define computing requirements and develop solutions to solve infrastructure problems. Knowledge of Windows and Linux desktop and server operating systems is required. The System Administrator works closely with other System Administrators and Information Security Team, and is responsible for information system patching, anti-virus updates and installations, vulnerability management, and user account management.

The expectation for this role is automation of security logging and monitoring, automated patch management, and automated remediation of vulnerabilities to air gapped networks. A secondary focus of this role will be on the buildout and operation of standalone systems, networked systems, domain controlled systems, configuration of routers, switches, firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Setup and maintain systems support for software, hardware, and servers: test, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues related to Classified Systems/Networks

• Perform application updates and installs, operating system upgrades and patching, RAID configuration & monitoring, system backups & restoration, system image creation and disk cloning

• Provide timely technical support for users and work with them to solve existing problems to include software issues, account management and miscellaneous computing requirements

• Troubleshooting to resolve technical problems on hardware, operating systems, and applications

• Support Anti-virus Installation and Maintenance

• Assist with incident response and backup processes and documentation

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or directly relevant work experience

• Secret Clearance required, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.

• A minimum of 2-4 years’ experience as a Network / System Administrator / IT

• Demonstrated ability to maintain a high level of security awareness among IS users. Strong technical, organizational and multi-tasking skills, ability to work in a team environment or independently. Strong interpersonal, reporting, and documentation skills are essential.

• Experience and familiarity with the following operating systems – Windows Server (2022/2025), Windows 11 Enterprise/SHB Images, Windows 11

• Experience with Linux operating system is a plus (RedHat 8, 9)

• Knowledge of encryption devices, servers, switches, routers, and firewalls

• Knowledge of network protocols, security, and troubleshooting

• Ability to lift 15 pounds.

• Microsoft Group Policy fundamentals

• Experience with Nessus, platform automation tools, security automation tools

• Ability to collaborate with team members to complete assigned tasks.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to handle new tasks without supervision

• Must hold or be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140/8570 Certification requirement (CompTIA Security CE, Network , CCNA or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date

Preferred Experience:

• Managing the lifecycle of equipment in an infrastructure setting.

• Secret or Top-Secret clearance

Note: This is not a complete compiled list of responsibilities, taskings may change in accordance with program needs.

Security Clearance:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

• SECRET (Minimum) Clearance

• Have a background investigation closure date within the last 5 years

• Be able to obtain Top Secret (If required) and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access (if required)

Special Working Conditions:

Working in Closed Areas, SCIF’s and work on-site (Not Remote or Hybrid)

Work Location: Wilmington, MA.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful.

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

- Flexible Work Schedules

- Education Assistance

- Career Development & Training Opportunities

- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)

- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

- Paid Parental Leave

Are you a Military Veteran?

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$92,600 - $139,600 per year.

AI Readiness: Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Information Technology
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift