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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator El Segundo or Goleta - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Goleta, CA, United States - **Salary:** $75,800.0 - $144,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Backup Devices, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Desktop Computing, Linux, RAID, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Windows Servers, Network Service, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Server Administration, Vcenter - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/FB9F632F83244495B3C514979FF6DBAA/job/ ## About the Role * Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and RedHat Enterprise Linux environment. * Working as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment. Use troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of basic to moderate scope and complexity to include the integration of hardware and operating systems. * Execute actions as directed by senior staff and project management. * Engage in cross-team collaboration and align with expectations of leadership team. * Manage ESXi, VCenter and Microsoft windows domains * Experience with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods. * Experience with hardware RAID, hardware and software encryption and server management tools. * Perform data backup and restore, using industry best practice. * Install and configure software applications requested by end users. * Work with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements. * Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date. * Systems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours. * Travel required as business needs dictate to other US Domestic locations, up to 10% per year. * Full time 100% Onsite position. Qualifications You Must Have: * Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field. * Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. * Experience with Windows and/or Linux. Qualifications We Prefer: * Must have an active Secret US security clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for security clearance * Experience Deploying Windows workstations and migrating end-user data. * Experience with cloning techniques. * Use and guide use of automation tools e.g. Ansible. * Experience with operating system concepts and implementations. * Microsoft Windows Active Directory Services administration and support (e.g. user and computer objects administration, Group Policy). * Experience with network services related to Microsoft Windows environment (e.g. DC, DNS, DHCP, etc.). * Experience with supporting desktop / workstation hardware. * Experience with an IT incident/service request system. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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