Space Force - Senior Information Systems Specialist (Sign-On Bonus Available)

Responsibilities for this Position

Space Force - Senior Information Systems Specialist (Sign-On Bonus Available)

ID: 2025-68969
USA-AZ-Scottsdale
Required Clearance: Secret
Posted Date: 1/29/2026
Category: Technicians/Technical Support
Employment Type: Full Time
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelors degree in a specialized area; or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems is currently seeking a Senior Information Systems Specialist in our Scottsdale, AZ facility.

As the Senior Information Systems Specialist, youll perform IT functions such as design, analysis, evaluation, testing, debugging and implementation of applications programs supporting company business processes and operations. Youll also analyze, install, acquire, modify and support operating systems, database or utilities software. Basically, youll plan, conduct and direct the analysis of business problems to be solved with automated systems.

With a focus on Systems Administration, well expect you to oversee Red Hat LINUX, UNIX, or Windows OS command line administration along with Trusted Network Environment (TNE) Pitbull command level administration. Youll also manage command line troubleshooting of OS and associated hardware/software.

As the Senior Information Systems Specialist, youll also focus on System Networking, which will include providing day-to-day communication/network security operation and maintenance of multiple secure network infrastructures. Essentially, youll troubleshoot network architectures consisting of multilevel access and multilevel security platforms supporting both CONUS and OCONUS sites. Well require you to configure, install, and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, VOIP systems, video teleconferencing, and various other network and telecommunication components. Youll also troubleshoot and/or install 10/100/1000 Base T and fiber optic wiring as needed in support of network systems.

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES :

As a Linux and Cloud Application Support Specialist for Space and Intelligence Systems, youll be a member of a cross functional team responsible for ensuring virtual machines and applications run successfully within a Platform As A Service environment. The Linux and Cloud Application Support Specialist will be responsible for new installation and deployment of Platform As A Service systems, to include monthly systems updates and troubleshooting application or VM issues.

We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VM management, containerized services, tiered helpdesk experience.

What you bring to the table:

• Hands on experience with UNIX/LINUX
• Clear understanding of routing protocols, TCP/IP protocols, security requirements and network communications

What sets you apart:

• Likes troubleshooting and solving problems
• Wants to get hands-on experience with a lot of different applications/software
• Wants to improve user experience and overall product performance
• Developing familiarity with applicable DISA, IC, and coalition security requirements documents such as STIGS
• Clear understanding of CISCO Routers, Switches, WAN Protocols (EIGRP), QOS, LAN and Data Center Protocols (Spanning -Tree, Fabric-enabled technologies, VoIP to support Data, Voice and Video)
• Clear understanding of VTC systems to include Tandberg and Polycom
• General familiarity with DMVPM
• Hands-on configuration experience with KG-175s

Workplace Options:
This position is NOT a remote opportunity.
This position is hybrid with majority in-office support, some room for telework.

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $89,505.00 - USD $96,847.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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