Category: Information Technology
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a rotational OCONUS Systems Administrator or Principal Systems Administrator based in Port Hueneme, CA which will include going underway for 4-month rotations onboard US Navy Littoral Combat Ships (LCS).

The Systems Administrator or Principal Systems Administrator will perform preventive and corrective maintenance on Mission Package Computing Environment (MPCE) hardware and software and support Mission Module (MM) embarkations by performing initial light off procedures on MM equipment and performing other duties as required. This position is based in Port Hueneme, CA with rotations onboard US Navy Ships and travel to other naval bases worldwide.

Install Mission Package Application Software (MPAS) on LCS, troubleshoot any issues, integrate the software with the ship's combat system, and remove software as necessary.
- Deploys, maintains and monitors network gear to include switches, servers, firewalls, etc. De-bugs network-related problems.
- Working knowledge of routing protocols, network address assignments and routing configurations. Document maintenance and repair procedures for developing government computing system.
- Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators.
- Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
- Install and configure Windows/Linux servers, setting up and maintaining DNS/Exchange/Active Directory supporting and maintaining virtual environments, and troubleshooting problems with deployed systems
- Ancillary duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space.

"Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years related experience. Experience with DoD computers/systems/electronics
- Linux (Red Hat), Unix, Windows, (2000, XP, server), Cisco networks
- Experienced IT administrator with LAN/WAN technologies
- Meet medical requirements and vaccinations for worldwide travel.
- Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and support on-call status when necessary.
- US Citizenship required with a minimum of an active Interim Secret clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance
- Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 6 years related experience. Experience with DoD computers/systems/electronics
- Linux (Red Hat), Unix, Windows, (2000, XP, server), Cisco networks
- Experienced IT administrator with LAN/WAN technologies
- Meet medical requirements and vaccinations for worldwide travel.
- Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and support on-call status when necessary.
- US Citizenship required with a minimum of an Interim Secret clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance.
- MCSE certification and/or other network related training
- Knowledge of SunOS and Java desired
- Experience in virtual imaging /system deployment / disc imaging a plus
- Experience in writing procedures/technical documents
- Navy Configuration management and or logistics management experience desired
- Microsoft / CISCO certifications or DIACAP training a plus
- In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.