Linux Desktop Support/Systems Admin

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description

Unlock the Power of Supercomputing : Join BAE Systems-One of the Leading Service Providers of HPCs

Contribute to one of our longest running programs where we orchestrate the support and sustainment of some of the world’s largest and most advanced supercomputers.

We are more than just gatekeepers, we are the vanguard of support for the modern warfighter. Our dynamic and ever evolving teams are searching for exceptional individuals who yearn for a flexible work-life environment, thrive on pushing the limits of computational possibilities, and are driven by a sense of duty to empower those who serve our nation.

We are seeking to hire a Linux Desktop Support / Systems Admin to support foundational aspects of the enterprise's HPC infrastructure and user-facing services utilizing Linux desktop operating systems.

• You will conduct routine system maintenance checks, perform hardware and software installations, and assist in troubleshooting software (including applications), hardware technical issues (including peripherals) utilizing ServiceNow ticketing system.
• In addition, you will be responsible for documenting standard operating procedures and assisting higher-level administrators in larger projects.
• Conduct regular security patching, assessments and scans on Linux operating systems using tools like Tenable Nessus, identifying potential vulnerabilities and mitigating those vulnerabilities.
• Manage user home directories, accounts and groups efficiently using Active Directory and Centrify, ensuring proper access controls and adherence to security policies.
• Utilize LDAP for more advanced directory service operations.
• Engage actively with network team, storage team, server team, and security operations team; facilitating information flow and integrated problem-solving.
• Implement standard security mitigation techniques for identified vulnerabilities, ensuring system integrity.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• TS / SCI with appropriate poly
• Exposure to CentOS / RHEL, VMware Horizon, secure DNS.
• Candidates should be familiar with systems monitoring tools such as Nagios and Grafana, data processing using Splunk, and basic command-line scripting.
• Knowledge of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) principles is a plus.
• 1-5 years experience in help desk, account management and desktop system administration or a related area.
• Degree Requirements :

Associate Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Degree can be substituted with additional 1 year of relevant experience.

Certification Requirements :

CompTIA Security+ CE (required)

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range : $112420 - $191070

Please note : This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to : business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits : At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being.

Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered : health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts;

a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance.

Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave.

Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and / or job specifics.