Windows/Linux Systems Administrator - Onsite McKinney, TX - Secret Clearance Required

Date Posted : 2024-06-20

2024-06-20

Country :

United States of America

Location :

TX190 : 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

Position Role Type : Onsite

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression.

We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat.

Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Raytheon currently has an exciting IT position available that supports the Raytheon mission of making the world a safer place.

We are currently seeking a Systems Administrator that will be working in a highly collaborative, multi-platform and multi disciplined environment.

The Systems Administrator is required to have an active secret security clearance as they will be responsible for deploying and maintaining classified IT infrastructures.

The candidate’s day-to-day activities include but are not limited to Windows or Linux server management; storage management;

file server management; access management; data backup; software and license configuration; and workstation support. Each day in the life of a Systems Administrator can bring something new building a new IT infrastructure for a group of engineers, restoring files due to an outage, updating virus definitions and security patches, teaming with our brilliant engineers on how to improve their processes, and more.

By any measure, Raytheon is an exciting and rewarding place to work. We pride ourselves on developing world-class talent in an inclusive atmosphere.

The result is a workforce that takes pride in the company and consistently delivers superior solutions. Besides supporting our noble mission and collaborating with diverse and talented individuals, other benefits at Raytheon include a flexible 9 / 80 schedule, technical training, career growth opportunities, new technology immersion, and a work site in the fast-growing north DFW metro area.

What You Will Do :

You will provide System Administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows (Primary OS) and RedHat Enterprise Linux environment.

Apply understanding and knowledge of Windows Server internals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and Linux integration methods.

Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment. Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of a moderate to high scope and complexity to include the integration of hardware and operating systems (OS).

Apply understanding of data RAID, data backup uses and technologies. Install and configure software applications requested by end users.

Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.

Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements within 6 months of start date.

Weekend and after-hours support may be required.

Qualifications You Must Have :

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field

Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.

S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Experience with Windows and / or Linux / Unix server and workstations.

Experience using one of the following : VMware vCenter, vSphere, VDI (Horizon), and ESX and / or other virtual computing methods.

Experience with security infrastructure products and capabilities.

Qualifications We Prefer :

An active DoD Top Secret clearance

Experience with NetApp

Experience with Windows architecture, deployment, administration, performance monitoring / tuning, security hardening, and troubleshooting.

Experience with infrastructure backup, restore, disaster recovery and business continuity products.

Experience with application installation and multi-server environment / deployment.

Scripting Experience (PowerShell, Ansible, Python)

Experience hardening systems using tools like SCAP and following STIGs.

Experience supporting engineers in software, simulations, and hardware development.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value : Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities.

We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.

Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role.

Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

The salary range for this role is 64,000 USD - 128,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels.

RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education / training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.

Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and / or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and / or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.