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Job Title: Sr Specialist, System Administration 

Job Code: 23433

Job Location: Clifton, NJ

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

Experienced Systems Administrator responsible for maintaining a mixed Windows and Linux system environment in a Citrix/Virtualized environment. Candidate should understand of virtualization, networking concepts, be capable of performing system patching and hardening, understand database management, and be proficient with deployment automation tools, as well as having experience providing end user support to the desktop level. Candidate must be able to communicate technical concerns and solutions to varying levels of management and program engineering teams. Candidate is also responsible for leading IT projects at the local level.

Essential Functions:

• Windows desktopserver imaging, software installation, and troubleshooting.

• InstallConfigureMaintain WindowsLinux Server and Desktops hardwaresoftware.
• Provisionconfiguration of new physicalvirtual serversdesktops and provide complex high level system support.

• Proficient in Linux Administration (Red Hat).

• Handling of Service Now incidents requests.             

• IT Management Tool Administration.                         

• Racking servers and other hardware.

• Coordinate power upgrades to support new hardware.

• Prepare, distribute, and maintain plans pertaining to standard operating procedures and network system(s) operations.

• Perform desktop provisioning and other IT duties as required.

• Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 35 pounds across campus for various needs. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Current/Active Secret Security Clearance 
• 5+ years’ experience working with DISA  STIGs, ICD-503, NIST 800-53 and 800-53A, and the Risk Management Framework.
• 5+ years’ experience working as a Windows System Administrator (Client and Server).
• Microsoft Security, GPO, and Active Directory administration (Intermediate to expert).
• Antivirus Administration (Intermediate to expert).
• Client Management Tools (Intermediate to expert).
• Lead infrastructure related projects for system upgrades, migrations, and new implementations.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Skills with scripting languages: PowerShell, batch, VBScript.
• Ability to work independently.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $90,000 - $167,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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