About this role
Systems Admin Sr Prin II
Job Description: The Mission Join BAE Systems in managing a high-stakes, geographically distributed network. This isn't a standard admin role; you will orchestrate complex, air-gapped systems where technical precision is critical to national security.
Why BAE Systems?
• Impact: Your work directly supports global defense and security missions. • Complexity: Tackle technical challenges at a scale and security level few other companies offer. • Innovation: Work with a cutting-edge toolstack in an environment that prizes technical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
• Optimize: Configure and sustain high-performance server and desktop environments. • Secure: Manage complex server enclaves, vulnerability assessments, and Active Directory. • Resolve: Lead deep-dive troubleshooting for critical hardware and software failures. • Document: Create the technical blueprints necessary for rapid incident resolution.
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Required Skills and Education: • Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience (or Degree + experience). • Core Tech: Windows Server 2019, Active Directory, VMWare, and Red Hat. • Tooling: Proficiency in SALT, Ansible, Splunk, Puppet, SolarWinds, and Nessus. • Security: Strong grasp of advanced security protocols and virtualization. • Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs and support occasional travel. • Clearance: Must possess a TS/SCI clearance with appropriate polygraph
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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.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Python/SALT scripting and SQL Server proficiency. • Experience with Agile environments. • Knowledge of PKI systems (HSMs/NTP) and PowerShell/PowerCLI. • Experience with security accreditation and certification.
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).