Systems Administrator (Expert)

Location: Herndon, Virginia

Job Description BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.



At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.



​This role is focused on the implementation process and IT operations with focus on issues, and resolutions, including integration of computer systems and networks. The Systems Administrator will support in a general perspective and larger concern with the organization’s essential objectives. The Systems Administrator will also have strong scripting experience to support optimizing manual and repetitive tasks. The precise role and accountability of the Systems Administrator may change from task to task based on the scope and complexity of the assignment and with different phases of a systems life cycle. This role will work in a team-based model, with a Team Lead and a Project Manager, and Systems Engineers as well as collaborate with other teams or service providers. The Systems Administrator responsibilities will support servers and computer systems. For larger projects, there may be more than one Systems Administrator.

Roles and responsibilities may include:

• Monitor, organize, and manage a project’s tasks.
• Ability to take ownership of assignment projects from start to finish.
• Responsible for communications with key stakeholders impacted by projects.
• Implement and maintain the computer systems so they are compliant with the organization’s guidelines or SOP (Standards Operating Procedure).
• Monitor system performance and capacity.
• Monitor and manage all installed systems and infrastructure.
• Establish, configure, test, and maintain operating systems, application software, and system management tools.
• Evaluate existing systems and provide technical direction to IT support staff to help improve and implement optimizations.
• Oversee the operational functions of customized software and hardware requirements.
• Plan and implement systems automation as required for better efficiency.
• Ensure IT operations meet the security system requirements to maintain data safety.
• Focus on workflows, optimization methods, and risk management tools for given projects.
• Oversee the availability of technical resources.
• Maintain and supervise inventory.
• Ensure a rapid response to any technical issues.
• Performing regular security tests and security monitoring.
• Develop and maintain documentation including system configurations, procedures and policies.
• Stay Up-to-date on emerging technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact and recommending adoption/integrations as appropriate.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior ream members, mentoring and training as needed.
• Ability to thrive and work in an agile environment.

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#LI-DDUNNRequired Education, Experience, & Skills We are seeking a Systems administrator with 11+ years of experience. Proven success in areas of troubleshooting, technical support, communication, project management and governance skills. Must be well versed in analytics, problem solving and conflict resolution working with all levels of stakeholders.

• MS Windows, Managing Windows, Windows Server Administration (2016, 2019, 2022), Linux
• Knowledge of Networks and Network File Systems, experience working with MECM/SSCM, DNS, DHCP, NetApp/SAN
• Experience working with Active Directory, Group Policy, PKI, creating and managing system permissions and user accounts.
• Experience with software development, installation, configuring computer hardware
• Upgrading, installing, and configuring application software and computer hardware, experience with scripting
• Experience working with System Administration and IT certificates in Linux, Microsoft, or other network related fields
• Strong scripting experience with languages Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with Automation and Orchestration tools like Ansible.
• Experience with virtualization (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V, Nutanix).
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to work with Incident and Problem management tools like Jira, Confluence, and ServiceNow
• SPLUNK foundational and ability to query datasets for supporting metrics.
• Certifications:
  • CompTIA A+, CompTIA Server+, CompTIA Security+
  • Network+

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $140690 - $239140

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.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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