On-site Linux & AWS Sys Admin — Top Secret/SCI

Northrop Grumman; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 98,900 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst (Linux Systems Administrator) to support classified government contracts. On-site roles at Linthicum, MD or Morrisville, NC; on-site requirement due to classified work.

Role requires Security+ CE or equivalent, Top Secret/SCI clearance with recent polygraph, and strong Linux administration in a classified environment. Experience with AWS, STIGs, and multi-discipline collaboration is needed.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with IT experience or equivalent.
• Security+ CE or equivalent IAT II cert required.
• Experience with Linux server administration in a classified environment.
• Experience installing/configuring resources in AWS cloud.
• Experience implementing STIGs on Linux systems.
• Must have current Top Secret/SCI clearance with recent Polygraph.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform as Linux Admin for classified government contracts.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate with system engineers and IT teams.
• Support multiple networks and Linux administration tasks.
• Maintain backup, recovery, and file systems; ensure virus protection.
• Test new product releases for compatibility; document processes.
• Work after hours and on-call as required.

Skills

Linux Admin

AWS Cloud

Security+ CE

Security Clearance

STIGs

Customer communication

Python/C++

Education

Master's Degree in IT

Bachelor's Degree in IT

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma

Tools

ServiceNow

JIRA

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal / Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst (Linux Systems Administrator) to support classified government contracts. On-site roles at Linthicum, MD or Morrisville, NC; on-site requirement due to classified work.

Role requires Security+ CE or equivalent, Top Secret/SCI clearance with recent polygraph, and strong Linux administration in a classified environment. Experience with AWS, STIGs, and multi-discipline collaboration is needed.