Systems Engineer-IT / Level 2

Lockheed Martin•Boulder, CO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Lockheed Martin is seeking a talented level 2 Systems Engineer-IT with a Secret clearance to work from our Boulder, CO location. Join a team where your network expertise will keep the sensors that watch the sky running flawlessly, give our warfighters the split‑second advantage they need, and help keep the world safe. SBIRS and the Next‑Gen GEO OPIR ground stations form the backbone of the United States’ missile‑warning architecture. By delivering near‑real‑time, high‑confidence detection of ballistic missile launches and other hostile trajectories, these systems provide life‑saving early warning for the warfighter, enable rapid decision‑making, and support cueing of defensive interceptors and command‑and‑control assets. Your work will directly protect troops, allies, and critical infrastructure worldwide. This is an EMERGING PROFESSIONAL (level 2) ROLE where candidates typically require 1+ years of professional experience and a BS degree. If you think this describes you and you are looking for an opportunity to grow and challenge yourself then we would love for you to apply!

Requirements

Security+ Certification
Experience with both Linux and Windows system administration, including installing, patching, troubleshooting and hardening Linux and Windows operating systems (both bare-metal and virtual machines)
Experience with System Security Implementations.
Active Secret clearance is required prior to start and ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
1+ years of professional experience
BS degree

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in working with OpenShift and containers
Proficiency in working with AWS Cloud components and services
Proficiency in cyber security and Splunk
Configuration and management of routers, switches, firewalls, and other network devices
Experience with firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and vulnerability management
Understanding of server hardware, storage systems, and backup solutions
Experience with operational ground systems
Be a team player and work in a collaborative team environment
Desire to work in a fast paced, mission-focused environment
Highly responsible, team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic
Effective organizational skills with strong attention to detail
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues quickly

Responsibilities

Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators.
Set up administrator and service accounts, maintain system documentation, tune system performance, install system wide software and allocate mass storage space.
Have experience with both Linux and Windows system administration, including installing, patching, troubleshooting and hardening Linux and Windows operating systems (both bare-metal and virtual machines)
Have experience with System Security Implementations.
Interact with users and evaluates vendor products.
Make recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.
Develop and monitor policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.