About this role
Job Description
BAE Systems in Rome, NY is seeking a motivated and experienced Systems Administrator to join a cross-functional team providing test and demonstration support to our Air Force customer. The qualified candidate will possess a breadth of experience including networking, virtualization technologies, software installation and configuration, and some scripting.
The selected candidate will work with a team of engineers to review and define configurations, create automation scripts to deploy and configure network assets, review and deploy software applications, and provide support for testing, demonstration, and technical interchange meetings. Related activities may include troubleshooting, patching, hardening, and configuration management.
Required Skills and Education
- BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Networking, or related
- Experience with virtualization technologies – VMWare, Proxmox, VirtualBox
- Experience Scripting – PowerShell, VB, Python, Ansible, Bash
- Familiarity with Windows and Linux Environments
- Independent work ethic
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- On-Site availability
Preferred Skills and Education
- Kubernetes, Rancher, Docker
- Ansible or Terraform
- Certifications: Operating System Certificate, CompTIA Security +
- Hands-on experience working on Computer and Network Hardware Systems
- Experience with Active Directory to include working with Group Policies
About BAE Systems, Inc.:
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
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).