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Job Description

Join a Team that's Shaping the Future of IT Support

At BAE Systems, we're passionate about delivering innovative IT solutions that enable our customers to achieve their missions. As a **Principal Patch Management Server Administrator** , you'll play a critical role in providing exceptional IT support to the customer. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.

As a Principal Patch Management Server Administrator, you'll proactively manage and monitor the patch level of physical and virtual servers and networks to ensure proper operation, recommending and implementing patches and updates to mitigate vulnerabilities and maintain compliance. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing patch levels, recommending and deploying patches, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess patch impacts and schedule deployments.

By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborate with a talented team, and make a significant impact on the customer's operations. You'll be expected to generate reports on patch status, coverage rates, and remediation timelines, and contribute to knowledge bases on best practices for proactive patch management in hybrid environments. If you're a motivated and skilled IT professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

Location Requirement

The successful candidate must be located within 50 miles of Phoenix, AZ.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

+ 10 years of experience in patch management and server administration, with hands-on expertise proactively monitoring and updating physical/virtual servers and networks in government or large enterprise settings

+ Proven track record recommending and implementing patches to ensure operational security and compliance

+ Active DoD Secret Clearance (must be current and transferable)

+ Strong knowledge of federal IT standards (e.g., NIST 800-53, FISMA) and ITIL practices for service operations and change management

+ Proficiency in patch management tools (e.g., Microsoft SCCM, Red Hat Satellite) and virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware vSphere)

+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills for high-stakes vulnerability remediation

+ Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

+ Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification

+ VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification

+ Experience supporting DoD or large federal patch management programs, including automated deployment in hybrid cloud setups

+ ITIL 4 Foundation or higher certification, with focus on continual improvement

+ Background in scripting for automation (e.g., PowerShell, Python) and vulnerability scanners (e.g., Nessus)

+ Master's degree in a relevant field or additional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security )

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $105254 - $178931

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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