Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Job overview

The Senior Network and Computer Systems Administrator is a full-time, onsite role in Ridgecrest, CA. The stated salary range is $105,000–$120,000 per year, depending on experience. The role supports mission-critical network and computing environments for Saalex customers. The administrator leads network infrastructure, systems administration, cybersecurity compliance, and modernization work. The role designs and troubleshoots enterprise systems, maintains security controls and documentation, and collaborates with engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and customer stakeholders to sustain and improve system performance.

What you'll do

• Design, implement, administer, and troubleshoot enterprise networks and computer systems
• support WAN, BAN, LAN, and wireless infrastructure
• lead upgrades, patching, firmware updates, and sustainment
• implement security controls, system hardening, STIG compliance, and vulnerability remediation
• maintain documentation, diagrams, and configuration baselines
• support audits and government-directed controls
• collaborate to resolve technical issues and improve performance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior network administrator

computer systems administrator

network infrastructure

cybersecurity compliance

ridgecrest ca

saalex

full-time

$105,000–$120,000/year

secret clearance

stig compliance

wan lan wi-fi

systems modernization

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) or IRA retirement plan
• life insurance
• paid time off
• short- and long-term disability
• training and development
• wellness resources
• stock option plan.

Why this role

Requires an active Secret clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance; a master’s degree plus five years of related experience or a bachelor’s degree plus nine years is required.

About the employer

Saalex is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.