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System Administrator

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Albuquerque, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 12/18/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026
Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Lockheed Martin is a global leader in aerospace, defense, and technology solutions, dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation and shaping the future of the industry. With a rich legacy of excellence and a commitment to delivering advanced capabilities to our customers, we are proud to be at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and engineering.

What We're Doing

At Lockheed Martin, we're revolutionizing the aerospace and defense sector through groundbreaking technology, advanced manufacturing processes, and a world-class team of professionals. Our mission-driven approach and unwavering dedication to excellence ensure that we continue to deliver superior products and solutions to our customers around the world.

THE WORK

Lockheed Martin is seeking a highly skilled System Administrator to join our dynamic and diverse Information Technology team, supporting the Air Force Special Operations (AFSOC) Air Commando Training Support (ACTS) contract. As a member of this team, you will work on a recurring multi-year program, collaborating with a multifunctional team of experts leading the way in flight training system sustainment and development.

In this fast-paced environment, you will draw on your education and experience, as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin, to solve problems and contribute to a highly skilled Agile program. Your primary focus will be on the installation of servers and clients, configuring operating systems, services, applications, storage, virtualization, and custom software in support of test, training, and cybersecurity evaluations of DoD systems and associated computing environments.

WHY JOIN US

Opportunity for Impact: Join a team that is at the forefront of innovation in the aerospace and defense industry and make a significant impact on the success of our organization.

Professional Development: Take advantage of unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement within Lockheed Martin, with access to world-class training and development programs.

Collaborative Culture: Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry who share your passion for excellence and who are committed to supporting each other's success.

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off, as well as competitive salary offerings.

Cutting-Edge Technology: Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking work environment where you will have the opportunity to work with the latest technology and contribute to groundbreaking projects that are shaping the future of aerospace and defense.

Basic Qualifications

Knowledge of automating, installing, configuring, administering, patching, and security hardening commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and open-source applications, including operating systems

Five years of experience as a Systems Administrator (SA) in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity

Experience performing regular server updates, patch management, and software installations

Knowledge of server administration, server architecture, specifications, software, networking, and virtualization

Familiarity with Domain architecture, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Domain Trust, and file share management

Experience with common industry operating systems, such as Windows Server (2008-2019), Linux, Solaris, RHEL, and CentOS

Understanding of solution implementation for Advanced Computer Security Directives and Requirements, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Working knowledge of virtualization technologies, including VMWare ESXi, VSphere, Horizon, and Microsoft Hyper-V

Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

Current and active CompTIA Security Certification (note: active certification must be obtained prior to establishing a start date)

Desired Skills

System administration experience in DoD environments, including requirements analysis, design, hardware evaluation, configuration, and testing of custom software and configurations

Certifications: CompTIA Network , and other relevant certifications from Microsoft, Linux, Oracle, and VMWare

Scripting skills and experience, including Python, Linux shell, Java, PowerShell, and other programming languages (e.g. C , Perl)

Familiarity with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and other industry standards and best practices

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 $81,600 - $143,865. 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 $93,800 - $162,610. 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 : $81,600 - $143,865

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