Senior Computing Architect

Employer description

Senior Computing Architect

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing Defense Space & Security (BDS) has exciting opportunities for Senior Computing Architect to join our Experimental Systems Group (ESG) located in Herndon, VA.

 

Position Summary

We are seeking a Senior Computing Architect to design, administer, and support secure enterprise computing environments. The successful candidate will bring deep Microsoft Windows systems administration experience, expertise with virtualization and end-user computing platforms, and a strong understanding of backup and recovery operations. Experience administering AWS cloud environments is a plus.

 

Position Responsibilities

Designs, implements, and maintains secure computing architecturesAdministers Microsoft Windows servers and systems, including configuration, patching, troubleshooting, and performance optimizationSupports and manage Citrix and XenDesktop environmentsAdministers VMware virtualization platformsManages and support NetBackup software, including backup, restore, and recovery processesApplies security requirements and best practices across systems and infrastructureTroubleshoots complex technical issues and provide guidance to other IT staffDevelops and maintains technical documentation, system standards, and operational proceduresCollaborates with security, engineering, and operations teams to support mission and business needsSupports AWS cloud administration when applicable 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

14 or more years of relevant experience in systems administration, infrastructure engineering, or computing architectureStrong hands-on experience administering Microsoft Windows systemsExperience with Citrix and XenDesktopExperience with VMwareExperience with NetBackup softwareSecurity+ certification or any other Department of Defense (DoD) 8140-recognized Cyberspace Workforce QualificationActive TS/SCI clearanceStrong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skillsWillingness to provide rotating on-call support and occasional shift and weekend work 

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Experience administering AWS cloud environments.Experience designing or supporting secure enterprise infrastructure.Familiarity with applicable security policies and compliance requirements. 

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

 

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

 

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  

 

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 5): $184,450 - $249,550

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Export Control Requirement:

This is not an Export Control position.

Safety Sensitive:

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires an active U.S. Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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