Based in Southern California with locations in Malibu, Calabasas, Westlake Village and Camarillo; HRL has been on the leading edge of technology, conducting pioneering research and advancing the state of the art. 

HRL is seeking a systems administrator experienced in Windows or Linux environments. The successful candidate will collaborate with other systems administrators located at various locations throughout the United States. A willingness to continue learning new technologies is a must. An active Secret clearance and experience in classified programs is required. The successful candidate will be upgraded to a Top Secret security clearance.

Essential Duties:

· Perform a multi-disciplined range of technical system and application activities

· Install, configure, and maintain multiplatform systems hardware, software, and components

· Administer and manage Windows and Linux systems in the operations, engineering, analysis, and test environments

· Maintain Windows systems comprised of servers and workstations

· Administer installation of software, hardware, file system management, backups, process control, user administration, and device

management

· Resolve a wide variety of complex system failures, troubleshooting software, hardware, and network problems

· Install, configure, and maintain Microsoft Active Directory domains and forests

· Perform system and user account maintenance

· Test and assess security configuration of Windows and Linux servers

· Monitor, evaluate, and optimize system performance

· Analyze, test, and implement security patches and hardening

· Document maintenance actions

· Develop and promote standard operating procedures and conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure

compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines

· If required, assist in IT security incident response and documentation

· Participate in internal & external security audits/inspections

Required Skills:

· Minimum 3 years of directly related experience in systems administration, network administration, or cyber security

· Demonstrated experience in platform-specific systems administration (Windows or Linux)

· Understanding of multiplatform system hardening (e.g., DISA STIG, SCAP)

· Strong understanding of VMware vSphere virtual environments

· Experience with scripting for task automation (e.g., PowerShell, Batch, BASH)

· Proficient knowledge of cyber security technology and trends (e.g., Tenable, McAfee, Splunk)

· Strong understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g., switching, routing, firewalls, load balancing)

· Experience with system monitoring & alerting tools (e.g., Nagios)

· Experience with Risk Management Framework and working within an accredited system

· Ability to work independently

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

· A current Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Full Scope Polygraph is preferred

· Experience in multiplatform systems administration (Windows and Linux) is desired

· Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 configuration, management, and troubleshooting

· Understanding of Group Policy management

· Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (8, 9)

· Experience with SAN management (e.g., NetApp, Dell Unity)

· Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (i.e., Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops)

· Exchange Server 2019 configuration, management, and troubleshooting

· Experience with systems management and automation software e.g., (Endpoint Configuration Manager, Satellite, Ansible, Systems

Center Orchestrator)

· Experience with High Performance Computing

Education:

· High School diploma/GED with 3+ years of experience in an information security role OR

· Associate degree in information technology, information security, computer science, or a related field with 1+ years of experience in

a related role

· DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire

Special Requirements:

This position is 100% on-site. Responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, and in some cases, with little to no advance notice. This job will also require up to 15% travel.

This position requires that the applicant selected be a U.S. citizen and possess an active Secret security clearance. The applicant must also be willing to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph.

This position requires that the applicant obtain a DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (or higher) certification (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CISSP) within 6 months of hire.

As part of your role/function on the program, you will be granted privileged user access, which is subject to greater scrutiny as a direct result of the significant responsibilities. Please be aware that because of these critical duties, you will be subject to additional IT system monitoring and supervisory evaluation to ensure continuous adherence to Privileged User processes and procedures. Privileged Users are subject to a zero-tolerance policy for security violations.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this full-time position is $70,200 - $117,000 + bonus + benefits.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specifics during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed reflect the base salary only, and do not include potential bonus or benefits.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At HRL, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

HRL offers a generous and very competitive total compensation and benefits package. Our Regular/Full Time benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K match, gym facilities, PTO, growth potential, and an exciting and challenging work environment (https://www.hrl.com/careers/benefits).

HRL Laboratories is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training or promoting, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, age, U.S. military or protected veteran status, union membership, or political affiliation. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.