Senior Systems Administrator

Job Description
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Company's Information Digital Technology and Security (IDT&S) organization Specialized Infrastructure Operations group is currently seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to join the team in Herndon, VA.
At Boeing, we deliver complex solutions in challenging environments, supporting our Mission Operations Portfolio by designing, building, testing, deploying, and maintaining critical platforms for commercial and government clients. We prioritize innovation and collaboration to improve the world, embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our welcoming environment fosters professional growth and meaningful contributions, from the seabed to outer space.
The Senior System Administrator will handle system administration tasks, including infrastructure management, information security, software installation, and configuration control. This role involves creating innovative solutions to technical challenges, providing system support with modern tools, and overseeing the design and performance of computing systems for effective capacity planning and disaster recovery.
Position Responsibilities:

• Oversees system integration, hardware and software installation, configuration and disposition of servers and workstations to support the architecture
• Provides complex problem resolution, root cause analysis and technical support for delivery systems
• Participates in the design, validation and configuration management of computing delivery systems
• Plans and coordinates system changes
• Administers user system access and establishes safeguards to protect information to meet security requirements
• Oversees activities to monitor system performance to support capacity planning, backup and disaster recovery planning
• Mentors, leads and trains others

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Successfully completed a Tier 5 Investigation (T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) by the federal government within the last 5 years or agreed to enter a Continuous Vetting program such that 5 year updates are no longer required
• Active Full Scope Polygraph
• Current CompTIA Security+ Certification
• 5+ years of experience as a systems administrator
• 5+ years of experience working in a cross functional environment with all levels in the business from individual contributors to executive leadership

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 10 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Active certifications in Cloud, INFOSEC, etc.
• Experience with Virtualization (AHV, VMWare ESXi, Hyper-V, etc.)
• Experience with VDI infrastructure, monitoring infrastructure, securing infrastructure, documenting in confluence and task tracking in Jira

Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range for Level 4: $128,350 - $173,650
Summary pay range for Level 5: $158,950 - $215,050
Applications for this position will be accepted until Feb. 27, 2026
Export Control Requirements:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.
Export Control Details:
US based job, US Person required
Relocation
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Security Clearance
This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)
Visa Sponsorship
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
Shift
This position is for 1st shift
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.