Systems Administrator – Windows, Azure & Infrastructure

Honeywell Aerospace•Torrance, CA

1d•$165,000 - $208,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Honeywell Aerospace, the Advanced Cyber Sec Archt/Engr leads the design and implementation of cybersecurity solutions and secure IT systems, networks, and cloud environments in classified settings. The role provides technical expertise in Windows, Active Directory, and Azure, establishes system baselines, incorporates security controls and hardening, and advises project teams on secure architecture. It also supports RMF and Authorization to Operate activities with ISSMs and ISSOs, resolves Windows operating system issues, monitors system performance and security logs, and maintains configuration and SOP documentation. Work must comply with DAAPM, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD-specific directives. The position is based in Torrance, California, on a hybrid schedule, with onsite work at secure facilities as required by project needs. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance. Relocation is not offered.

Requirements

At least 3 years of Windows system administration and architecture experience.
At least 2 years of Azure or cloud administration experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Working understanding of on-premises Windows OS and Active Directory architecture.
Ability to make architectural recommendations for new projects.
Comfort diagnosing and resolving problems in Windows OS environments.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and sit or stand for extended periods.
Ability to work onsite at secure facilities as required and follow strict access controls and protocols.
Must be a U.S. Person as defined in the posting: a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, person with protected status under asylum or refugee status, or someone able to obtain export authorization.

Nice To Haves

Microsoft Azure certification.
Experience with DAAG and NIST SP 800-53 standards.
Familiarity with virtualization, such as VMware.
Some Linux experience.
Associate’s degree or higher in Information Technology or a related field.
Experience with network administration, security tools such as ACAS, STIGs, Splunk, and SCC, and system hardening.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and deployment of secure IT systems, networks, and cloud environments in classified environments.
Develop architectural recommendations using expertise in Windows, Active Directory, and Azure fundamentals.
Establish and maintain baseline configurations for hardware, software, and network components.
Integrate security controls and system hardening measures into architectural designs.
Provide secure architecture guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
Partner with ISSMs and ISSOs to integrate security into RMF processes and support Authorization to Operate efforts.
Diagnose and resolve tier-1 and tier-2 Windows OS environment issues.
Monitor system performance and security logs.
Maintain detailed configuration and SOP documentation.
Ensure activities adhere to DAAPM, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD-specific directives.