Sr. Principal System Administrator- Richardson, TX 100% on-site!

Date Posted:

2024-06-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX234: Richardson 1717 CityLine 1717 East CityLine Drive Building C17, Richardson, TX, 75082 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.   

The Raytheon Solutions Design & Integration (SDI) team is seeking a Sr. Principal System Administrator to join our Advanced Technology & Integration team. In this role, you will work independently, and as a part of an integrated product team supporting a wide range of computing and network configurations. You must have proven experience in Linux, Windows, and Client & Infrastructure Provisioning and Configuration.  

Success in this role means timely configuration and provisioning of clients and infrastructure to meet defined requirements with minimal rework. Providing troubleshooting and integration support as needed. 

This position is an ONSITE role in Richardson, TX. 

What You Will Do  

• Install, configure, update, and remove system and application software. 
• Harden Linux & Windows server and client installations 
• Working as a team member in a fast-paced technological environment. Install, configure, update, and remove system hardware, storage, backups (servers, workstations, transceivers, network interface cards). 
• Troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of a moderate to high scope and complexity to include the integration of hardware and operating systems. 
• Documenting hardware and software configurations. 
• Understanding of data RAID, data backup uses and technologies. 
• Update/patch system operating systems. 
• Provision and configure new systems for internal customers, ensuring alignment with defined requirements. 
• Perform minimal rack and stack activities as necessary. 

• Manage hardware inventory and ensure completeness and accuracy. 
• Full time 100% Onsite position 
• Ability to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification within 6 months of start date. 

Qualifications You Must Have: 

• Typically requires bachelor’s degree and minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience or a master’s degree and minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience. 
• Must be able to obtain U.S. government issued secret security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience with configuring Windows and Linux/Unix servers. 
• Experience using VMware vCenter, vSphere, VDI (Horizon), ESX, or other virtual computing methods. 
• Experience in mentoring or leading others

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with HP and Dell server and storage hardware. 
• Experience with data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies and solutions 
• Experience using VMWare vCenter, vSphere, and ESX and/or other virtual computing methods. 
• Familiar with Splunk & Centrify products 
• Familiar with Ansible or any type of automation/scripting.  
• CompTIA Security+ certification or other industry-recognized certifications relevant to a Linux/Unix/Windows System Administrator 

What We Offer 

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. 

We offer relocation! 

Learn More & Apply Now! 

RTX solves some of the toughest challenges in aerospace and defense. That requires expansive thinking and bold innovation – and that, in turn, requires a culture that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. 

We embrace individuality and diversity of thought to fuel opportunity for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We work toward progress, knowing that a more inclusive world is critical to our mission. Not just in this moment, but always.  

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This role is also eligible for the Re-Empower Program.  The Re-Empower Program helps support talented and committed professionals as they rebuild their capabilities, enhance leadership skills, and continue their professional journey.  Over the course of the 14-week program, experienced professionals will gain paid, on-the-job experience, have an opportunity to participate in sessions with leadership, develop personalized plans for success