Remote Associate System Administrator

As a System Administrator within this dynamic environment, you will be the guardian of the program's underlying infrastructure. Your day to day responsibilities include operating, maintaining, and supporting the organization's server and network platforms to ensure high availability, peak performance, and robust security for mission critical systems. You will provide timely technical assistance to end users and internal teams, troubleshoot issues, apply patches and updates, and monitor system health-all while enabling the TSS team to focus on delivering secure, resilient solutions that safeguard global missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Day to day Operations - Monitor, maintain, and support Windows / Linux servers, virtualization platforms, and storage systems supporting TSS.
• Incident Management - Respond to tickets, diagnose issues, and provide timely resolutions while escalating complex problems to senior staff.
• User Support - Serve as the primary point of contact for TSS end users, delivering exceptional service for access, connectivity, and application support.
• Patch & Update Management - Apply OS patches, firmware upgrades, and security updates in accordance with corporate policies.
• Backup & Recovery - Execute scheduled backups, verify data integrity, and perform restores as needed.
• Documentation - Maintain accurate run books, SOPs, and knowledge base articles to streamline onboarding and knowledge sharing.
• Security Compliance - Enforce baseline security controls, conduct vulnerability scans, and assist with audits (e.g., NIST, DISA STIG).
• Continuous Improvement - Identify automation opportunities (PowerShell, Python, Ansible) to reduce manual effort and improve system reliability.

Why Work For Us :

At Lockheed Martin, we're committed to helping you thrive, both personally and professionally. We offer :

If you're a motivated and talented systems engineering professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and help us shape the future of our systems engineering efforts!

Basic Qualifications :

Education : Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent military / industry experience.

Experience : 0 2years of hands-on system administration or technical support in a Windows / Linux environment

Technical Skills : Windows Server, Linux, Hypervisors (VMware / Hyper V / etc..), authentication mechanisms, basic networking (TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP), and scripting

Security Clearance : Must have the ability to obtain TS / SCI Clearance to be considered for this position

Desired Skills :

Certifications : CompTIA Security+ (current - will be required within 6 months of start)

Soft Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, effective communication, teamwork orientation, and a proactive "can do" attitude.

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 $54,900 - $96,830. 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, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.