Systems Administrator

Anduril • Costa Mesa, CA

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About The Position

Anduril is seeking a Junior Systems Administrator to provide hands-on IT and systems support in secure enterprise environments. The role supports Windows and Linux workstations, end users, hardware, applications, and basic network connectivity. The administrator works alongside experienced Systems Administrators and Engineers to troubleshoot issues, maintain systems, support specialized applications, and ensure work follows established technical and security requirements.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification or higher DoD 8140/8570-aligned certification.
• Foundational knowledge of Windows desktop operating systems and troubleshooting.
• Basic Linux command-line and troubleshooting experience.
• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IP addressing, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Experience troubleshooting computer hardware, peripherals, and software.
• Familiarity with command-line troubleshooting tools and/or basic PowerShell or Bash.
• Understanding of enterprise authentication and domain-connected systems.
• Ability to follow technical documentation and established procedures while recognizing when escalation is appropriate.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a controlled, security-focused technical environment.

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA A+, Network+, or other relevant technical certifications.
• Exposure to Active Directory or similar centralized identity-management technologies.
• Exposure to virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
• Experience supporting engineering or specialized technical applications such as MATLAB, Sentris, or similar tools.
• Previous experience in a DoD, government, classified, or other regulated computing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 1 technical support for workstation, hardware, application, authentication, and connectivity issues.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Windows and Linux workstations and associated peripherals.
• Perform basic systems administration using established procedures and approved configuration baselines.
• Troubleshoot common network connectivity issues involving TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and physical connections.
• Install and support approved business and engineering applications.
• Diagnose hardware, software, network, and authentication issues, escalating complex problems when appropriate.
• Support workstation provisioning, deployments, upgrades, and maintenance activities.
• Create and maintain SOPs, troubleshooting documentation, and technical work instructions.
• Document work performed and resolutions in ticketing and documentation systems.
• Maintain accountability of systems, hardware, and equipment within assigned environments.
• Follow security procedures, access controls, configuration requirements, and change-management processes.
• Partner with Systems Administrators, Engineers, Cybersecurity, and other technical teams to resolve issues and support the environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full-time offers and are considered part of total compensation.
• Top-tier benefits for full-time employees, described as a comprehensive and competitive package available at little to no cost to employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed