Description: Join the RMS C2-Ground Systems program and help deliver clear, secure communications for C4ISR missions. In this position you will work on Windows and Linux systems, providing day‑to‑day administration and supporting network infrastructure.

This is your opportunity to challenge yourself to make a difference in the world and every single day we use our skills and experiences to create, design and build solutions to some of the world’s hardest engineering problems for the RMS C2-Ground Systems program.

You’ll be guided by senior engineers while gaining hands‑on experience with the technologies that protect our nation’s information advantage.

THE WORK

As a System Administrator, you will have an opportunity with:

System Administration:

• Perform routine backups, patching, and configuration‑management tasks Windows/Linux systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair system issues; assist with hardware refreshes and upgrades.
• Apply and maintain security settings on system hosts.
• Carry out basic administration of workstations/servers, including user‑account management and patch deployment.

Network Engineering:

• Assist with the configuration and monitoring of Ethernet switches, routers, firewalls, and IDPS devices.
• Support network‑infrastructure upgrades and re‑configuration projects under senior‑engineer guidance.

Virtualization:

• Create, modify, and maintain virtual machines in a virtual environment.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Keep baseline configurations up‑to‑date.
• Record changes, incidents, and maintenance actions in the team knowledge base.

Collaboration:

• Participate in technical meetings, provide status updates, and support the lead System Engineer on project tasks.

Basic Qualifications:

• Windows/Linux experience in small to medium development environments
• Familiarity with configuring and administering VMs (Virtualization) within VMWare/Hyper-V
• Shell scripting experience
• Demonstrated system administrator experience, including administration and configuration of STIG security policies for Windows/Linux servers and workstations
• Demonstrated skills and abilities to manage a lab environment including the maintenance and upkeep of hardware and the installation and/or upgrading of system software
• Understand modern networking concepts and technologies
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Do

D Top Security clearance:

Desired Skills:

• DoD IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CCNA Security, etc.)
• System administrator experience, including administration and configuration of STIG security policies for Windows/Linux servers and workstations
• Familiarity with configuring VMs (Virtual Machine)
• Practical experience in the design, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of enterprise classified network computing infrastructure including but not limited to: Ethernet switches, routers, firewalls, IDPS, and physical switching systems
• Experience in the application of security settings to network computing infrastructure
• Be self-motivated, responsible and accountable, highly reliable, and focused on mission success
• Possess organizational and reporting abilities; strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills; and written and verbal communication skills

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Top Secret

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 schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $67,000 - $117,990. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: RMS

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Information Technology

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First