Journeyman Computer Systems Analyst

Saalex is seeking a Journeyman Computer Systems Analyst in China Lake, CA. Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $95k-$110k annually (depending on experience) Work Location: Onsite. Position Summary: Saalex Solutions is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Administrator (Journeyman) to support the SSAT Program under the TARIF TSS Contract. The selected candidate will administer, secure, configure, and sustain Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) mission systems supporting engineering, software integration, developmental testing, and operational readiness. The successful candidate will develop secure operating system baselines, deploy standardized system images, support cybersecurity compliance, and collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and Government personnel to maintain mission-ready computing environments. Essential Functions: • Administer Windows 10/11, Windows Server, and RHEL 8/9 systems. • Develop and maintain secure Windows and Linux baseline images. • Create Windows Answer Files (Unattend.xml) and Linux Kickstart deployment files. • Install, configure, patch, and troubleshoot operating systems and mission software. • Execute ACAS and SCAP scans and remediate vulnerabilities. • Apply and maintain DISA STIGs and support RMF compliance. • Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and privileged user accounts. • Support VMware, Hyper-V, backups, disaster recovery, and system lifecycle maintenance. • Troubleshoot network connectivity, VPNs, routers, switches, and firewalls. • Develop PowerShell or Bash scripts to automate administration tasks. • Document system configurations and support engineering integration and software releases. • Travel as required to support laboratory int