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Sr. IT Systems Engineer- Secret- Onsite in Orlando, FL

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Orlando, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/28/2026
Job Description

Job Description :

Are you ready to invent the future? Lockheed Martin is on a journey of digital transformation as we leverage our data, modernize our processes and advance technology to maintain our position as the world's Aerospace and Defense leader.

We are leveraging emerging, digitally-enabled capabilities to lower cost, speed up development time and create disruptive solutions to best serve our customers and stakeholders. We're bringing the 4th Industrial Revolution to every role in the company.

We are assembling a team of change agents to tackle the hardest technical challenges that come with digital transformation. We are looking for highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic individuals to join and contribute significantly to the successful implementation and enablement of this journey for our Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control Team (MFC).

This role is for a Classified Linux IT Systems Engineer with a focus on supporting Linux systems for the Infrared Search and Track (IRST) program.

Candidates are not expected to have all the desired skills but should be passionate in learning many of the skills listed.

System administration of networks using Linux integrated into Windows Server Active Directory Domains

Coordinate and complete system upgrades and patching

Maintain system cyber compliance

Perform guidance and management for hardware, including diagnostics, troubleshooting, and maintenance on multiple architectures

Ensure the integrity and availability of applications as well as coordinate new application installations, upgrades, and customer support in classified areas

Responsible for implementing effective backup/recovery, resource accounting, and auditing procedures

Full-time onsite role, working the majority of the day in closed areas

Basic Qualifications

Active Secret Clearance

Ability to maintain a security clearance, and customers' acceptance

Must possess or be able to obtain within 6 months of start date a valid IAT Level II or III DoD Approved 8140 (DoD 8570) certification such as Security , in good standing

Knowledge and experience with Linux distributions and environments

Scripting ability (yaml, powershell, bash, shell)

Experience with VS code or Visual Studios

Demonstrated experience effectively performing in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Ability to work through technical, project, operational, and resource challenges

Proven business acumen to manage multiple assignments and projects with the ability to balance technical requirements with business needs and affordability

Demonstrated collaboration, including interpersonal and teaming skills

Desired Skills

Active Secret or Top Secret security clearance (investigation within the past 5 years)

Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)

Experience with Kubernetes and container technologies such as Docker, AppTainer, and Podman

Experience building and/or working with hypervisors and in virtual environments, such as VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V, etc.

Experience with windows active directory

Experience with layer 2 and layer 3 networking concepts

Experience with storage appliances

Experience with SELinux

Knowledge and experience implementing technical requirements on multiple operating systems for NISPOM Chapter-8, JAFAN, JSIG, DoD RMF, and other protection level caveats

EEO

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.



  • At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

    With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

    If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

    Other Important Information

    By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

    Work Schedule Information

    Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

    National Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $85,500 - $150,765. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Premium Pay Statement

    Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $98,300 - $170,315. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

    Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

    This position is incentive plan eligible.

    Salary : $85,500 - $150,765

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