Windows Systems Administrator II

We are seeking a Windows Systems Administrator II with the focus of Windows Server/Workstation security remediation type work. The systems administrator will work on a team supporting program initiatives in secure, isolated computing environments. The systems administrator will be expected to team with peers, internal customers, and management to strengthen the consistency and standardization of IT infrastructure services to achieve operational excellence and program success. While this position is an individual contributor role, collaboration and strong technical knowledge and skills will be essential attributes.

The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution - from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

What You'll Do:

• Interface with internal customers, security, and management teams for: maintaining production systems, resolving issues with services and physical systems.
• Maintain, and support multiple versions of Windows Server (2019-2025) to meet security scanning requirements. This will include applying current vulnerability/system/Windows patches along with any current STIGs in order to meet security compliance.
• Help Support VDI environments by using the security best practices of patching vulnerabilities.
• Execute troubleshooting skills to address stability of the Windows environment including application services.
• Occasional interface and use of SCCM/MECM.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

• Related Bachelor's and 2 or more years of related experience; or HS Diploma and 6 or more years of related experience.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Associate's, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for additional years of experience.
• Related certifications may count towards years of related experience.
• Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• A current, active TS/SCI security clearance with ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI Polygraph.
• Excellent documentation skills, organization skills, and the ability to interact with team members cross-functionally.
• Solid communication skills.
• Excellent organization and project management/project coordination skills.
• Previous security related work using Tenable or SCAP scanners and applying recommended fixes.
• Knowledge with intel-based server class and workstation hardware.
• Some Knowledge with VMware virtualization and VDI type environments.
• Group Policy administration for STIG deployments.
• Some experience in Power Shell.

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• A current C.I. Polygraph.
• Multiple years using SCCM/MECM for patch deployment.
• Multiple years using Active Directory Group Policy.
• Experience with Security products such as Sentinel 1, RSA, PING-Id.
• Experience with Enterprise Application installations from project start to execution.
• Experience with performing Low to High file transfers.
• Experience with enterprise backup solutions like Commvault/Veeam/PPDM/Networker.
• O.S. Deployment skill set for Windows Server.
• A Cyber Security background including any applicable certifications.
• JIRA - ITSM help desk management or SN incident system.

Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Multiple positions may be available on this opening.