Senior Windows System Administrator

Company: Raytheon
Location: El Segundo
Posted on: July 2, 2025

Job Description:

Date Posted: 2025-06-18 Country: United States of America Location: CA222: 2006 E El Segundo Blvd BldgE04 2006 East El Segundo Boulevard Building E04, El Segundo, CA, 90245 USA Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.? U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance: DoD Clearance: Secret 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 candidate is responsible for provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software related to a Windows infrastructure for classified programs. Duties include, but are not limited to, server management (software and hardware); storage management (logical and physical); cross platform authentication and access management; data backup and restoration; software and license configuration; and workstation support. What You Will Do: Administer and maintain operational support for software applications and hardware platforms: Analyze, test, troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve technical issues Provide technical assistance to users and excellent customer care Apply hardening security settings Active Directory Object Management (i.e. User, computer, groups) Manage NTFS and share permissions Identify, analyze and remediate technical challenges Administer backups, diagnose and remediate backup errors Partner with application/project/security/program teams and third-party vendors to plan, design, and implement new information technology infrastructure Manage client agents for server monitoring as well as agents for server management Create and maintain technical and process documentation Qualifications You Must Have: Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance. 2 years of experience supporting Microsoft Windows desktops (e.g. Windows 10 and Windows 11) Experience deploying Windows workstations and migrating end-user data Qualifications We Prefer: Active Secret security clearance preferred. Experience with cloning techniques Experience with operating system concepts and implementations Microsoft Windows Active Directory Services administration and support (e.g. user and computer objects administration, Group Policy) Experience with network services as related to Microsoft Windows environment (e.g. DC, DNS, DHCP, etc) Experience with supporting desktop / workstation hardware and software Experience with an IT incident/service request system Bitlocker experience Windows command line and related utilities Experience with server, tape library, and storage platforms Practical knowledge of server virtualization (e.g. ESXi) platforms Automation via scripting Experience with the following Microsoft technologies: MDT/MECM and WSUS Experience with engineering applications such as MatLab, Green Hills Software, Doors, and Atlassian Suite CompTIA Security certification or other industry-recognized certifications relevant to a 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. Learn More & Apply Now! The salary range for this role is 72,000 USD - 144,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms

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