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# Sr. System Administrator (Will Sponsor Clearance)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Woburn, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), System Center Configuration Manager, NetApp Applications, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Security Content Automation Protocol, VMware Virtualization, Software Vulnerability Management, High Performance Computing, Windows Services, Splunk, Network Server
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us71e65394a4f5a23931a9f4023fef7427/eaa

## About the Role

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date, Typically requires A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Ability to obtain Interim U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Experience administering and securing Windows and RHEL servers
Experience with VMware virtualization
Experience with securing system configurations, system hardening
Experience with PowerShell scripting
Qualifications We Prefer:
Experience serving as a technical SME or primary point of contact for patching, vulnerability remediation, or compliance initiatives.
Hands-on experience with MECM/SCCM, PXE boot services, OS imaging, and automated software deployment frameworks.
Familiarity with NetApp storage and/or HPC environments.
Experience with enterprise Windows services, including Active Directory, Group Policy, and identity integration.
Familiarity with cybersecurity and compliance tooling, such as ACAS, SCAP, Splunk, STIG Viewer, and audit support processes.

## Description

Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment.
Understanding and knowledge of Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods.
Work as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment.
Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.
Provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures and other tasks as assigned.
Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within a reasonable amount of time
Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.
Full time 100% onsite positioned in Tewksbury MA


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