Systems Administrator – Operational Technology (OT)

Date Posted: 2026-07-31 | Location: Huntsville, AL | Onsite role | U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance; active clearance preferred.

About the role

Raytheon Digital Technology OSCQ is seeking a Systems Administrator – Operational Technology to contribute as a key team member in a fast-paced, technology-driven factory environment. You will apply advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve technical issues of moderate to high complexity across hardware, operating systems, and integrated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support and configure Operational Technology (OT) environments, including industrial control systems, switches, networked automation devices, and secure connectivity solutions bridging OT and IT networks.
• Ensure all systems adhere to OT security standards while maintaining high reliability across factory production and manufacturing operations.
• Perform IT systems administration within a heterogeneous Microsoft Windows and Linux environment, leveraging knowledge of Windows Server internals or Linux fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, and server replication technologies.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure components with a strong focus on optimizing performance, security, and connectivity.
• Partner closely with Cybersecurity teams to uphold security requirements and safeguards across all systems and environments.
• Support 24x7 operational systems, which may require occasional work outside standard hours.
• Travel up to 10% annually to domestic U.S. locations based on business needs.

Requirements

• University degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued security clearance.
• Windows and/or Linux systems administration experience.
• Must be able to obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoDD) 8140 / 8570 Certification requirements (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification) within 6 months of start date.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Experience with network switch configurations.
• Network and infrastructure services such as domain controllers, global catalogs, DNS, and DHCP.
• Infrastructure backup, restoration, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Experience with Microsoft technologies: MDT/WSUS/MECM; Windows desktops (Windows 10 & 11).
• CompTIA Security+ certification or other industry-recognized certifications relevant to a Windows System Administrator.
• ITIL Foundations and/or ITIL Service Operations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee Scholar Program.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (eligibility dependent on role level and collective-bargaining status).

Pay

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 USD. The range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.