Systems Administrator

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Location: San Jose
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Bachelor's degree in a specialized area; or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.Responsibilities for this PositionReady to be a leader with the company that is committed to pushing the limits of truly advanced technologies? At General Dynamics Mission Systems, we create the products and services that help our service members, intelligence analysts and first responders keep our nation safe. The work we do is so advanced, it's often classified. If you want to put your talent in the spotlight, it's waiting for you right now, right here.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR/VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

As an expert level technical professional, you'll perform IT functions such as design, analysis, evaluation, testing, debugging and implementation of applications programs supporting company business processes and operations. We'll rely on you to analyze, install, acquire, modify and support operating systems, database or utilities software as well as analyze, design, acquire and implement projects for LAN and/or WAN systems. You'll also plan, conduct and direct the analysis of business problems to be solved with automated systems and plan, design, acquire and implement telecommunications voice/wire systems.

With a focus Systems Administration, you'll perform Red Hat LINUX, UNIX, or Windows OS command line administration and command line troubleshooting of OS and associated hardware/software. You'll also manage cross domain enterprise level solutions, provide on-site technical solutions, create detailed technical reports and metrics, as well as provide detailed technical solutions.

By focusing on System Networking, you'll provide technical oversight of the creation and maintenance of all networking configurations and data files and provide day-to-day communication/network security operation and maintenance of multiple secure network infrastructures by troubleshooting, developing and designing network architectures consisting of multilevel access and multilevel security platforms supporting both CONUS and OCONUS sites. You'll also configure, install, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, VoIP systems, video teleconferencing, and various other network and telecommunication components. We'll rely on you to analyze and determine corrective action for secure data communications networks and troubleshoot, create and/or install 10/100/1000 Base T and fiber optic wiring as needed in support of network systems. You'll implement US government COMSEC standards and practices.

What you'll experience:

• Technologies that aren't just top-notch, they're often top-secret
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge - as it's discoveredWhat you bring to the table:
  • A Bachelor's degree in a specialized area; or equivalent plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
  • Strong experience with UNIX/LINUX/MS Windows/CISCO IOS; LINUX/UNIX Scripting skills highly desirable
  • Excellent expertise in routing protocols, TCP/IP protocols, security requirements and network communications
  • Advanced expertise with network monitoring, preferable Solarwinds, reporting tools and technology expert, authority in discipline
  • Advanced familiarity with applicable DISA, IC, and coalition security requirements documents such as STIGS
  • Excellent expertise with CISCO Routers, Switches, WAN Protocols (EIGRP), QOS, LAN and Data Center Protocols (Spanning -Tree, Fabric-enabled technologies, VoIP to support Data, Voice and Video)What sets you apart:
    • Creative thinking with the ability to multi-task
    • Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
    • Advanced experience with technical writing IE: SOPs, technical proposals, etc.Workplace Options:
      This position is fully on-site at our San Jose, CA facility
      While on-site, you will be a part of the San Jose team#CJ1Target salary range: USD $129,706.00/Yr. - USD $140,346.00/Yr.This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.Company OverviewGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
      Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransWe build mission critical systems for combat vehicles, ships, submarines, aircraft, and spacecraft that can sense danger, securely share lifesaving information, and respond to threats.Share this job
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