# Senior System and Server Administrator

**Company:** [Saalex](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/mUoCB2tPpCuKGPexwPQbrE.md)
**Location:** Camarillo, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** DITAC

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## Description

**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.

## Requirements

**Required:**

-   10+ years of progressive system administration experience
-   Deep expertise in Linux and Windows enterprise environments
-   Proven experience leading cybersecurity and compliance efforts

**Desired:**

-   Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

**Education:**

-   HS and years of experience may be considered in l lieu of a degree.

**Security Clearance:**

-   Active Top Secret required. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

## Benefits

-   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