System Administrator (Experienced, Senior or Lead)

System Administrator (Experienced, Senior or Lead) Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) organization, Intelligence Systems portfolio, is seeking a System Administrator (Experienced, Senior or Lead) to join our Mission Operations team in Herndon, VA.

Our team focuses on delivering complex solutions in some of the most challenging environments on Earth. We provide support for our Mission Operations Portfolio area which design, build, test, deploy, operate, and maintain a wide variety of mission critical platforms and systems for commercial and government customers.

The System Administrator will perform system administration tasks, to include infrastructure administration and automation, information security support and configurations, software and OS installation/updates, and follow configuration/change control processes.

The System Administrator will create new solutions to solve hard technical problems and provide system support using best practices with modern and innovative tooling. The System Administrator will support the design, validation and configuration management of computing systems, and monitor system performance to support capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery planning.

Position Responsibilities : Monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and performing regular maintenance tasks such as applying updates, patches, and security fixes Assist Network Engineers with configuring and managing network services, such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory, to facilitate communication and resource sharing within the network Assist with implementing and managing backup strategies to ensure data protection and disaster recovery capabilities in case of system failures or data loss Assist with implementing and maintaining security measures, including firewalls, endpoint protection, and access controls, to protect the system from unauthorized access, malware, and other security threats Analyzing system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations to improve overall system efficiency and responsiveness Maintaining accurate documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps, as well as generating reports on system performance, security, and compliance Participating in the planning and implementation of new systems, upgrades, and migrations, ensuring compatibility and adherence to best practices Staying up to date with the latest technologies, industry trends, and security practices, and continuously improving skills and knowledge Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience): This position requires an active TS/SCI U.S.

Security Clearance and current FSP (Full Scope Polygraph) (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.) Level 3: 3+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience 3 + years' experience in System Administration across Windows and Linux environments Experience managing and maintaining servers, workstations, and related infrastructure components In-depth knowledge and experience with various versions of Windows and Linux Servers, including installation, configuration, and administration Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and other core services Advanced troubleshooting skills and problem-solving abilities and able to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues Strong knowledge of security best practices Experience with security auditing, vulnerability assessments, and incident response is also valuable Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, Proxmox, and/or AHV Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience): Level 4: 5+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Level 5: 10+ years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Associate degree or higher in a relevant field Expertise in on-premises virtualization (AHV, VMWare ESXi, Hyper-V, etc.) and/or cloud expertise (AWS or Azure) Experience with VDI infrastructure, monitoring infrastructure, securing infrastructure Cloud, INFOSEC, and/or any recent IT certifications Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Contract Program Award: The position is contingent upon The Boeing Company receiving program award for a proprietary program. Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $102,850.00 - $139,150.00 Summary pay range for Senior (Level 4): $128,350.00 - $173,650.00 Summary pay range for Lead (Level 5): $158,950.00 - $215,050.00 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S.

National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. Safety Sensitive: This is not a Safety Sensitive Position. Security Clearance: This position requires an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) U.S. Security Clearance with an adjudicated Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph (U.S.

Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.). Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status. Contingent Upon Award Program The position is contingent upon program award Shift: Shift 1 (United States of America) Stay safe from recruitment fraud!

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