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U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceSecurity Clearance Type:\nTop Secret - CurrentSecurity Clearance Status:\nActive and existing security clearance required on day 1At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.\nRaytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.\nWhat You Will Do:\nProvide IT systems administration in a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and RedHat Enterprise Linux environment.\n\nExperience with troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical problems of moderate to high scope and complexity to include the integration of hardware and operating systems.\n\nExecute actions as directed by senior staff and project management.\n\nEngage in cross-team collaboration and align with expectations of leadership team.\n\nDesign, develop and deploy containers.\n\nParticipate in all phases of Engineering software installation and support, with emphasis on testing, documentation, and acceptance phases\n\nManage ESXi, VCenter and Microsoft Windows domains\n\nExperience with Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals to include DNS, DHCP, AD, and server replication methods.\n\nExperience with hardware RAID, hardware and software encryption and server management tools.\n\nPerform data backup and restore, using industry best practice.\n\nInstall and configure software applications requested by end users.\n\nWork with Cybersecurity professionals to maintain security requirements.\n\nMust 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.\n\nSystems are operational 24x7 and occasionally require work effort beyond standard work hours.\n\nTravel required as business needs dictate to other US Domestic locations, up to 10% per year.\n\nFull time 100% Onsite position.\n\nQualifications You Must Have:\nTypically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience.\n\nActive and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.\n\nExperience with Windows and/or Linux.\n\nQualifications We Prefer:\nExperience Deploying Windows workstations and migrating end-user data.\n\nExperience with cloning techniques.\n\nUse and guide use of automation tools e.g. Ansible.\n\nExperience with operating system concepts and implementations.\n\nMicrosoft Windows Active Directory Services administration and support (e.g. user and computer objects administration, Group Policy).\n\nExperience with network services related to Microsoft Windows environment (e.g. DC, DNS, DHCP, etc.).\n\nExperience with supporting desktop / workstation hardware.\n\nExperience with an IT incident/service request system.\n\nWhat We Offer:\nOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.\nLearn More & Apply Now!\nAs part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.\nThe salary range for this role is 95,500 USD - 181,700 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. 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