Sys-Admin/Cyber Engineering

About the posting

“The Sys-Admin/Cyber Engineering will support and secure a mixed legacy and modern lab environment used for aircraft LRU testing.”

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Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 18, 2026.

Pay in context

This posting lists $90,950 to $123,050 a year, a midpoint of $107,000.

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Posted Oct 13, 2026, 11 days ago, and seen on Boeing's careers page today.

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Seniority

Level: senior.

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On site near Los Angeles, CA; prices in CA run 11 percent above the US average.

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Sys-Admin/Cyber Engineering (Test Program Req & Planning) (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior)

Company

The Boeing Company

Boeing Test & Evaluation (BT&E) is seeking a Sys-Admin/Cyber Engineering (Test Program Req & Planning) (Associate, Mid-Level or Senior ) to join our team in Long Beach, CA.

The Sys-Admin/Cyber Engineering will support and secure a mixed legacy and modern lab environment used for aircraft LRU testing. This role is responsible for implementing NIST SP 800‑171 controls, managing Windows and Linux systems, and collaborating on network segmentation and modernization projects. The administrator will maintain and harden end-of-life systems using compensating controls, design and document segmented network architectures for CUI protection, manage backups, logging, and access controls, and work closely with engineering, security, and compliance teams to move the lab toward a fully compliant, segmented infrastructure.

Position Responsibilities

Support and secure legacy, end‑of‑life lab systems where standard patching and upgrades are not immediately possible, using risk‑based, compensating controls
Collaborate with network and security teams to design and implement network segmentation separating CUI, lab, and corporate environments
Participate in migration projects to refresh lab equipment and move systems into a segmented, NIST SP 800‑171‑aligned architecture
Document current‑state configurations, risks, and compensating controls, and contribute to POA&M items for 800‑171 compliance
Administer Windows and Linux systems in a controlled lab environment handling CUI
Implement and maintain NIST SP 800‑171 controls across lab networks and test benches
Design and maintain secure network segmentation and remote access for aircraft LRU test benches
Develop and maintain system build documentation, configuration baselines, and audit logs aligned with 800‑171
Collaborate with cybersecurity and compliance teams to support assessments and continuous monitoring

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
3+ years of experience with standardized Network Protocols and Services (i.e. TCP/IP, VLAN, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls, etc.)
3+ years of experience with Operating systems such as RedHat Enterprise Linux, Oracle Enterprise Linux or SUSE Linux
3+ years of experience in information security, compliance, or project management implementing and maintaining NIST SP 800-171 or similar NIST
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1+ years of experience with basic Windows operating system architecture and operation, including Windows server and SQL server
1+ years of experience with Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA)/RMF and National institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 requirements
1+ years of experience with cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks including NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, CMMC, ISO, GDPR, ITAR or similar frameworks

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

Level 3 : 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 4 : 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of experience with standardized Network Protocols and Services (i.e. TCP/IP, VLAN, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls, etc.)
Experience working in aerospace, defense, or similar high-tech industry
Experience with pursuing or maintaining NIST 800-53,NIST 800‑171, CMMC, or DFARS compliance
Certifications : CompTIA Security+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+

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

Level 2: $90,950-$123,050

Level 3 : $111,350-$150,650

Level 4 : $135,150-$182,850

Language Requirements

Not Applicable

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Export Control Requirement

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Safety Sensitive

This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

This position is not contingent upon program award

Shift

Shift 1 (United States of America)

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