**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned system administrator with extensive experience managing enterprise-level Linux and Windows environments who is r
Work type: onsite
Location: Naval Air Station Point Mugu, California, United States
Salary: $120,000 – $150,000/yr
Type: Full-time
**Who this is for** This role is for a seasoned system administrator with extensive experience managing enterprise-level Linux and Windows environments who is ready to provide technical leadership and architectural oversight at a defense-focused facility. **Key highlights** You will lead critical infrastructure projects, including vulnerability remediation, containerization strategy, and automated system administration, while mentoring junior staff in a high-security environment. **You might be a good fit if you...** - Possess 10+ years of professional system administration experience and a Master’s degree. - Hold an active Top Secret security clearance. - Demonstrate expert-level proficiency in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Windows Server infrastructure. - Have a proven background in cybersecurity compliance, auditing, and risk mitigation.
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