Senior Systems Administrator

Job Description Seeking an experienced IT systems administrator to support our San Diego, CA classified lab environments with expertise in setting up and managing Windows based systems and Virtual Machines. A successful candidate will be a well-rounded administrator joining a team supporting internal customers, designing, implementing, and managing lab infrastructure to meet the customer requirements. In this role, you will build, configure, administer, and troubleshoot Windows, Linux, and VM servers/workstation hardware and software.
A successful candidate will also support the design and implementation of workgroup-scale networks, build and manage authentication, file-share, and other collaboration servers to support groups of heterogeneous client systems. You will work with industrial security to develop and apply hardening configurations for systems for classified use to RMF requirements; Document system configuration for new and existing systems; Experience with centralized authentication technologies such as LDAP and Active Directory domains in supporting Windows/Linux cross-platform clients is desirable. Knowledge of Microsoft Azure is a plus.
The candidate should be customer service oriented, attentive to detail, self-motivated, and work well in teams. Flexibility in approach to finding solutions, the ability to understand, act on the customer needs and priorities, and learn new technologies quickly are some of the qualities a successful candidate will have. You will also need to be willing to respond to occasional off-hours outages and take part in subsequent service restoration efforts. This is not inclusive of all job duties.
Maintains operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network engineers. Duties may include setting up administrator and service account, maintaining system documentation, turning system performance, installing system wide software, and allocate mass storage space. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation, and provides backup recovery. Develops and monitors policies and standards related to the use of computing resources.
CompTIA Security+ (or equivalent) and a TS/SCI Clearance will be required to work in the environment.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically a Bachelor’s Degree and eight (8) years of work experience.
• Security + certification required (will consider candidates currently working on certification but must obtain certification within month).
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret with SCI eligibility security clearance required.
• Organize and direct the configuration and operation of information management systems.
• Conduct capacity and performance analysis and provide system configuration change and upgrade recommendations.
• Increases system administrator efficiency and accuracy via the use of automated tools and scripts.
• Facilitate Active Directory administrative tasks, integration needs, and business requirements.
• Document and test AD Domain Controller’s disaster recovery procedures.
• Provide strategies for maintaining a secure Active Directory environment.
• Maintain Privileged Access Workstation for accessing Domain Controllers and other mission critical enterprise servers.

• Expertise with enterprise-level deployments of Exchange 2013-2019.
• Providing operational support for Windows Server 2016, Exchange, and Active Directory.
• Implementing new and additional technologies that will improve the infrastructure.
• Participate in patching, upgrades, and perform pilot testing before final deployment.
• Assist with the resolution of issues and actively participate in problem management activities.
• Ability to manage backups and backup systems for Exchange.
• Configuration experience of email clients to including Outlook.

• Hands-on experience in supporting Microsoft Windows 2012/2016/2019, Active Directory, and GPO validation and design.
• Understanding of the inner working of Active Directory and its components.

• Thorough understanding of monitoring best practices for Active Directory and related services.
• SQL install and configuration to include backup and restore capabilities.
• Ability to translate technical issues into understandable business language for end users and other technical support personnel.

Must possess excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills.Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experience in automating administrative tasks using PowerShell or other scripting languages.
• Knowledge of SQL commands.
• Working knowledge of Ansible, Packer, Terraform.
• Experience with Azure Cloud Services.
• Microsoft 365 Certified or Microsoft Certified Azure preferred.
• TCP/IP and Microsoft Networking concepts
• Working knowledge of Virtual Machine (VM) technologies (ESXi, VCenter, VSphere, VMware)
• Working knowledge of NetApp, Dell Unity, HPE Nimble, Commvault Management
• Experience with automated backup systems

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $92290 - $156860

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 Electronic Systems 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.