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MITRE Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields such as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and partnerships. Department Summary
The team seeks a full-time Senior Systems Administrator to support the deployment, operation, and maintenance of IT systems in a Classified lab environment. This is a role best suited for someone with prior experience as a classified IT Systems Administrator. This is an on-premises position on our McLean, VA campus. Roles & Responsibilities
Building and hardening Windows, Linux, and Hypervisor systems, such as VMware Patching and updating Windows and Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) servers and desktops Updating anti-virus software definitions for Windows/Linux servers and workstations User maintenance activities on Windows and Linux operating systems General systems administration (patching, updates, user support) of Windows & Linux desktops and servers Network switches VMware ESXi, vCenter platforms Network Storage Systems Configuring Certificate Services & Authority Performing Server Backups Powershell scripting for automation, task scheduling and systems administration Maintenance of other systems/services according to project needs (Splunk, Nessus Scanner/Tenable Security Center, Trellix Endpoint Security, Forescout, etc.) Basic Qualifications
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience Top Secret-level clearance Working knowledge of server and client operating systems (Win10, Srv2016+, RHEL, Ubuntu Linux) Fundamental understanding of lab IT architecture Fundamental understanding of system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques Fundamental understanding of operating system command-line tools Ability to interface with customers and provide a high level of customer service Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Ability to collaborate effectively with others This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site Preferred Qualifications
Security+ Certification / 8570 Certification – IAT Level II Must earn certification within 6 months of hire date Experience with one or more programming/scripting languages (Chef, Ansible, Powershell, Bash, Python, etc.) This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret Work Location Type: Onsite Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law. MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. If you are unable to search or apply for jobs and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of MITRE’s employment process, please email recruitinghelp@mitre.org for general support and collegerecruiting@mitre.org for intern positions. This service is for individuals requiring reasonable accommodation requests. Benefits information may be found here. Copyright
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Join to apply for the
Classified Systems Administrator
role at
MITRE Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling life? At MITRE, you can have both. MITRE is a not-for-profit corporation chartered to work for the public interest, with no commercial conflicts. The R&D centers we operate for the government create lasting impact in fields such as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture of innovation that embraces adaptability, collaboration, technical excellence, and partnerships. Department Summary
The team seeks a full-time Senior Systems Administrator to support the deployment, operation, and maintenance of IT systems in a Classified lab environment. This is a role best suited for someone with prior experience as a classified IT Systems Administrator. This is an on-premises position on our McLean, VA campus. Roles & Responsibilities
Building and hardening Windows, Linux, and Hypervisor systems, such as VMware Patching and updating Windows and Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu) servers and desktops Updating anti-virus software definitions for Windows/Linux servers and workstations User maintenance activities on Windows and Linux operating systems General systems administration (patching, updates, user support) of Windows & Linux desktops and servers Network switches VMware ESXi, vCenter platforms Network Storage Systems Configuring Certificate Services & Authority Performing Server Backups Powershell scripting for automation, task scheduling and systems administration Maintenance of other systems/services according to project needs (Splunk, Nessus Scanner/Tenable Security Center, Trellix Endpoint Security, Forescout, etc.) Basic Qualifications
Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with relevant experience who can immediately contribute at this job step; or equivalent combination of related education and work experience Top Secret-level clearance Working knowledge of server and client operating systems (Win10, Srv2016+, RHEL, Ubuntu Linux) Fundamental understanding of lab IT architecture Fundamental understanding of system administration, network, and operating system hardening techniques Fundamental understanding of operating system command-line tools Ability to interface with customers and provide a high level of customer service Ability to function effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Ability to collaborate effectively with others This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site Preferred Qualifications
Security+ Certification / 8570 Certification – IAT Level II Must earn certification within 6 months of hire date Experience with one or more programming/scripting languages (Chef, Ansible, Powershell, Bash, Python, etc.) This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s): Top Secret This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s): Top Secret Work Location Type: Onsite Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law. MITRE intends to maintain a website that is fully accessible to all individuals. If you are unable to search or apply for jobs and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of MITRE’s employment process, please email recruitinghelp@mitre.org for general support and collegerecruiting@mitre.org for intern positions. This service is for individuals requiring reasonable accommodation requests. Benefits information may be found here. Copyright
1997-2025, The MITRE Corporation. All rights reserved. MITRE is a registered trademark of The MITRE Corporation. Material on this site may be copied and distributed with permission only.
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