Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administrator

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS), Space and Launch Organization seeks an early career Linux System Administrator to support Proprietary Programs in Seal Beach, CA.  You will assist in installations, perform environment set-up, and help maintain operational readiness with various operating systems and hardware interfaces.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with installation, configuration, and management of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and AWS environments to ensure optimal performance and security.
•  Collaborate with teams to integrate AWS services, enhancing system capabilities and operational efficiency.
•  Ensure compliance with advanced security directives, including the Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide (JSIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF).
•  Support system lifecycle management activities, including system provisioning, patching, and maintenance of RHEL environments to ensure optimal performance and security.
• Perform user administration to manage user access in accordance with security policies and support problem resolution.
• Engage in on-the-job training, including self-study, mentor/mentee relationships, and hands-on learning to develop your skills in Linux and cloud technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support program objectives in an Agile environment.

This position requires an active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).  (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active.)

This position requires the ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Possess a currently active Top Secret with SCI US Security Clearance (TS/SCI), or have completed a Tier 5 (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the past 5 years.
• Experience working with Linux.
• Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and administering support for Linux (RHEL) server or workstation.
• Ability to obtain security certifications such as Security+ (Sec+) or equivalent IAT Level 2 certifications per DoD Instruction 8570 (8140).
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement.

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Cybersecurity experience or knowledge.
• Threat management experience or knowledge.
• Security hardening experience or knowledge.
• User access and identity management experience or knowledge.

Typical Education & Experience:

Level 1: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor), or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Level 2: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced technical education from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), computer science, engineering data science, mathematics, physics or chemistry (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 2 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience or non-US equivalent qualifications. In the USA, ABET accreditation is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) 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.

Shift:

Ability and willingness to work occasional compensated ad hoc support outside of typical business hours.

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:

Level 1: $71,400 to 96,600

Level 2: $88,400 to $119,600

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, 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.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret Security Clearance (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

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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