What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior System and Server Administrator position at Saalex?
Saalex is seeking a Senior System and Server Administrator in Point Mugu, CA. Saalex is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services.
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $120k-$150k annually (depending on experience)
Work Location: Onsite. Point Mugu, CA.
The Senior System and Server Administrator provides advanced technical leadership for enterprise Linux and Windows environments. This role will support a team lead under the Product Team that is responsible for command patching, complex troubleshooting, cybersecurity initiatives, patch management, bash scripting and containerization.
Essential Functions:
- Advanced System Administration
- Lead administration of RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) enterprise environments
- Architect and maintain Microsoft Windows Server (2016 or later) infrastructure
- Oversee client system imaging, provisioning, and lifecycle strategies
- Cybersecurity, Compliance & Risk Mitigation
- Lead vulnerability remediation efforts and security posture improvements
- Interpret and implement cybersecurity compliance requirements
- Coordinate audits, scans, and remediation activities
- Automation & Engineering
- Design and maintain advanced automation solutions using:
- Bash (Linux)
- PowerShell (Windows)
- Improve operational efficiency through scripting and automation best practices
- Containerization & Storage Leadership
- Architect and maintain containerized platforms
- Lead NAS design, performance tuning, and capacity planning
- Networking & Data Transfer
- Troubleshoot complex, high volume data transmission issues
- Apply advanced knowledge of enterprise network services and dependencies
- Leadership & Mentorship
- Serve as technical authority for system administration decisions
- Mentor and guide Journeyman administrators
- Collaborate with cybersecurity, engineering, and network teams
- Other duties as assigned.
Required:
- 10 years of progressive system administration experience
- Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- Deep expertise in Linux and Windows enterprise environments
- Proven experience leading cybersecurity and compliance efforts
Education:
- Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
Security Clearance:
- Active Top Secret required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
Salary : $120,000 - $150,000