System Administrator Sr Springfield, VA Security Clearance

Position: System Administrator Sr. - Springfield, VA with Security Clearance
Job Number 726859

Description:

Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more - we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve.

We're creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We're erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We're advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we're reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity. Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

The Erebus Program is a newly awarded 7-year effort that delivers cutting-edge intelligence and geospatial data management applications and services to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). As the premier geospatial intelligence program globally, Erebus supports over 14,000 intelligence analysts and decision-makers at 50 distinct locations worldwide. The Program's focus is on meeting the current mission needs of our customer, but also pioneering future automation solutions for the NGA based on agency directives.

We are developing innovative, machine-generated, and system-augmented geospatial analysis and production capabilities that will revolutionize the way intelligence is distributed to stakeholders. To achieve this, we need talented engineers who share our passion for excellence and innovation. If you're a skilled engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, join the Erebus Team and help us build next generation of geospatial intelligence software and support critical national security missions.

The selected candidate will be a member of the Erebus Operations Support Team located at the NGA headquarters facility in Springfield, VA.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Monitor system health, analyze logs for errors, and resolve performance issues
• Interface directly with end users to triage incidents, gather diagnostic information, and communicate resolution progress to ensure operational continuity.
• Develop and troubleshoot shell scripts to automate routine tasks
• Manage user accounts, software licenses, certificates, and system documentation
• Support software updates, system upgrades, enterprise testing activities, and team training initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to diagnose and resolve complex system problems The applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Basic Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance required for consideration
• Demonstrated communication skills with user communities
• Proficiency in Linux (Red Hat) system administration
• Working knowledge of multi-OS environments (Linux, AIX, Windows), network architecture, and COTS software maintenance Desired

Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) from an accredited institution
• DoD 8140/8570 IAT Level II Certification (CompTIA Security+)
• Advanced IT certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE, Linux+) Security Clearance Statement:
This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: TS/SCI w/Poly Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest:
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. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time:
The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work…