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Principal System Administrator; Linux; Onsite

Job in Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01752, USA
Listing for: Collins Aerospace
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-14
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Systems Administrator, Unix/Linux, Windows Server
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 120000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Principal System Administrator (Linux) (Onsite)

Position Overview

Collins Aerospace has an immediate career growth opportunity with our DT - Information Workplace Services team for a talented Principal Systems Administrator / Analyst. The role is onsite in Marlborough, MA and supports fast‑paced, critical classified programs.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Redhat Enterprise Linux environment supporting Windows Server internals and/or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods.
  • Work as a team member in a fast‑paced technological environment, using troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity, including integration of hardware and operating systems.
  • Use data RAID and data backup technologies; install and configure software applications; work with cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements and provide documentation and training on advanced IT processes and procedures.
Qualifications You Must Have
  • University degree and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience or an advanced degree and minimum 3 years of experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of direct hands‑on Linux administration experience and systems analysis/administration/networking experience with technologies such as Active Directory, WSUS, VMware, Veeam, MySQL, Remote Desktop Gateway, Splunk, Windows and Linux administration; experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery.
  • Experience supporting Linux Server architectures, including troubleshooting solutions and documentation of technical problems/actions.
  • Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140/8570 certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date.
  • U.S. citizenship required; only U.S. citizens eligible for a security clearance.
  • Position may require infrequent domestic travel.
Qualifications We Value
  • Active DoD TS/SCI with polygraph clearance or prior SCI/program eligibility.
  • DoDD 8140/8570 certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent) and an operating system certification.
  • Direct working experience with NISPOM, JAFAN, JSIG, DFARS and/or DoD/RMF.
  • In‑depth Windows Server experience.
  • Experience with data storage, NAS, and SAN technologies and solutions.
  • Experience using Information Technology project lifecycle management processes.
  • Experience with VMware vCenter, vSphere, and/or other virtual computing methods.
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