Sr. Principal Systems Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. 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. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS) program within Northrop Grumman Defense Systems was developed and built by Northrop Grumman for the U.S. Army but has since transitioned to the USSF.  JTAGS receives and processes data directly down-linked from the Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) constellation of satellites, including Defense Support Program (DSP) and Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) sensors, and other infrared satellite sensors.  JTAGS then disseminates near-real-time warning, alerting and cueing information on ballistic missile launches and other tactical events of interest throughout the theater using multiple communications networks.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a multi-skilled, self-motivated, energetic individual to work at our Colorado Springs, CO location as a Senior Principal Systems Administrator supporting the JTAGS program. As a member of this team, you will primarily focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Systems Administration and secondarily perform as a Windows Systems Administrator. The team manages the hardware, software, network, and security for both RHEL and Windows systems located in Colorado Springs and internationally. Systems Administrators partner with teams such as Cyber, Systems Engineering, Sustainment, Software Development, and others to accomplish the mission. The role will include Sustainment duties associated with the current system and Development projects planned for future capabilities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform as a Windows and Linux System Administrator for a classified government contract.
• Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, system engineers, project managers, and IT management.
• Support multiple networks and ensure necessary IT administration tasks are completed.
• Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user and impact.
• Assist with developing and maintaining of technical processes and procedures as needed.
• Assist maintaining security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Cyber Security team.
• Read, modify, and create shell scripts.
• Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components.
• Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate's degree and 7 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, or Master's degree and 3 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent and 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• IAT Level II certification is required on day 1 of employment; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
• Active DoD Secret security clearance on day 1 of employment; the ability to maintain the required security clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• Perform as a Senior Linux Systems Administrator.
• Experience managing Windows Server OS in a domain architecture.
• Experience in enterprise backup and restore solutions, storage area network (SAN), and network attached storage (NAS).
• Ability to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience building custom "rpm" software packages for RHEL platforms.
• Ansible, RHEL 6/7/8/9, Satellite configuration and usage experience.
• Solid understanding of remediating security vulnerabilities and experience hardening Linux systems in accordance with RMF and STIGs.
• Experience with security compliance and related security scanning products.
• Experience with host-based firewall implementations and configuration.
• Strong Microsoft Active Directory and Group Policy Management.
• WSUS patching experience.
• Experience working Cisco switches and basic understanding of LAN and WAN networking.
• Experience with DevOps architecture.

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. 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. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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