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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Systems Administrator - **Company:** SAALEX Corp. - **Location:** Camarillo, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $175,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Software, System Center Configuration Manager, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SAP (Applications), Security Software, Software Vulnerability Management, Software Troubleshooting, Patch Management - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9081382/senior-systems-administrator ## About the Role * Minimum of 10 years of systems administration experience supporting complex Windows and/or UNIX/Linux environments. * CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD-approved Information Assurance certification required. * Experience implementing and maintaining cybersecurity controls, system hardening, patch management, STIG compliance, and vulnerability remediation. * Experience supporting RMF, ATO, continuous monitoring, and enterprise cybersecurity requirements. * Experience with Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), change management processes, and configuration management documentation. * Strong troubleshooting, analytical, organizational, and communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts and mentor junior personnel. Desired: * Experience supporting RMF, ATO, and DoD cybersecurity compliance activities. * Experience with ACAS, eMASS, SCCM, Tenable, or similar cybersecurity tools. * Experience supporting Navy, NAVAIR, or other DoD environments. * Microsoft, Red Hat, Linux+, RHCSA/RHCE, or similar systems administration certifications. Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Additional technical education or cybersecurity-related coursework preferred. Security Clearance: Active Top Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) access. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. ## Description Saalex is seeking a Senior System Administrator in Camarillo/Naval Air Station Point Mugu, CA. The selected candidate will serve as a senior technical resource responsible for systems administration, cybersecurity compliance, RMF support, vulnerability management, configuration management, and enterprise infrastructure support across multiple mission-critical systems. This position requires extensive experience supporting secure DoD environments and the ability to lead technical efforts across diverse operating environments., * Lead administration, maintenance, and sustainment of Windows and UNIX/Linux systems supporting mission operations. * Serve as a senior technical advisor for RMF, cybersecurity compliance, and system authorization efforts. * Lead preparation, maintenance, and submission of accreditation packages and RMF documentation. * Implement and oversee security controls, STIG compliance, vulnerability remediation, and continuous monitoring activities. * Review, analyze, and remediate ACAS findings, audit logs, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. * Lead patch management efforts, security updates, and operating system lifecycle activities. * Manage system resources including availability, capacity, performance, and disaster recovery readiness. * Support planning, installation, testing, and deployment of new hardware, software, and operating system upgrades. * Lead development of system documentation, SOPs, architecture diagrams, inventories, and configuration baselines. * Serve as a voting member and technical contributor to Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and change management activities. * Review and approve technical changes to ensure compliance with system security and configuration management requirements. * Coordinate with Information Assurance personnel, engineers, system owners, and government customers. * Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior administrators and technical staff. * Support cybersecurity inspections, audits, security assessments, and compliance reviews. * Participate in enterprise IA initiatives supporting department-wide cybersecurity requirements. * Provide training and knowledge transfer to technical teams and end users as required. * Other duties as assigned or required. ## Related Videos - [Less Is More: How Lagom and Agile Can Create Harmonious Workflows](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1993-less-is-more-how-lagom-and-agile-can-create-harmonious-workflows) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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