Principal Linux Administrator (Onsite TSSCI w Poly Required)

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX190: 2501 West University McKinney 2501 West University McKinney TX 75070 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

U.S. Citizen U.S. Person or Immigration Status Requirements:

Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance:

TS/SCI with Polygraph

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses Collins Aerospace Systems Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon. Its 185000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics electric propulsion directed energy hypersonics avionics and cybersecurity. The company formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses is headquartered in Arlington VA.

The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services team:

Role Overview:

RTX is seeking a Principal Linux Administrator to support a highly virtualized Enterprise infrastructure with a focus on Linux-based systems. The role involves working under the supervision of technical team leaders in collaboration with team members across multiple sites.

This role is ideal for candidates with specialized expertise in Linux system administration a commitment to collaboration and the ability to work in a high-security environment.

This role is onsite in either McKinney TX or Tucson AZ. It requires an active TS/SCI with CI Poly clearance in order to be considered.

What You Will Do:

• Install and manage Linux server hardware operating systems and software.
• Perform software upgrades patching and system maintenance on Linux systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and apply security policies specific to Linux environments.
• Conduct information assurance testing and vulnerability mitigation for Linux systems.
• Maintain data storage and monitor server operations.
• Manage backup systems and provide Tier 2 support to the IT Service Desk.
• Document processes and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Provide remote support for systems across multiple locations.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum 5 years of experience or an Advanced Degree and a minimum 3 years experience.
• Experience supporting Linux operating systems in enterprise environments.
• Experience managing VMWare virtual environments.
• Clearance: Active TS/SCI with CI Poly Clearance.
• Certification: Existing DoD 8570 security certification (e.g. Security X Security CISSP) or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of starting.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with Agile tools such as Atlassian Jira and Confluence.
• Knowledge of security policies related to IT systems in secure environments with a focus on Linux.
• Proficient in performing system maintenance installations upgrades and backups on Linux systems.
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills across multiple sites.
• Ability to learn and follow documented policies and standards.
• Excellent customer service communication and process documentation skills.

What We Offer: Whether youre just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare wellness retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave flexible work schedules achievement awards educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

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Work Location: Onsite - McKinney TX or Tucson AZ - Relocation assistance can be offered for qualified candidates
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees as they are essential to the development of our products

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process candidates may be asked to attendselect steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 82000 USD - 164000 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 candidates 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 companys 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.

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Staff IC