Saalex
Junior Systems Administrator
$65K–$75K
Ridgecrest, California · Full-time · Posted Oct 8, 2026
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education, military service, and relevant professional experience may be considered.
- Visa sponsorship
- Active Secret clearance required with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance.
About the job
Supports the Threat Support Systems environment for the AEWTTR program, assisting with secure system administration, cybersecurity, accreditation, vulnerability remediation, and documentation at China Lake.
What you'll do
- Assist with cybersecurity, system accreditation, and Risk Management Framework activities for DoD programs.
- Support vulnerability assessment and remediation, including STIG compliance and vulnerability management.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and cybersecurity artifacts; coordinate with government stakeholders and remote teams.
What they ask for
- Experience supporting secure IT environments, cybersecurity initiatives, or system accreditation efforts.
- Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, military service, and relevant professional experience.
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.
Nice to have
- Experience with DoD cybersecurity policies, RMF, and system authorization; familiarity with eMASS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, and vulnerability management.
- Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Cloud+, CompTIA SecurityX (formerly CASP+), CCSP, or CCNP.
Pay
USD $65k-$75k annually (base salary)
Tools
eMASS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, RMF
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