Principal Windows Systems Administrator - Secret

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

401k matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities on-site in San Diego, CA. The role requires working full-time in a classified environment with no telework option.

Responsibilities include maintaining Windows domains, documenting processes, and ensuring security compliance across networks and devices. A Security+ or higher certification and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s/Bachelor’s/Associate degree plus years of relevant experience as stated.
• Must have Security+ or greater certification.
• Current US Government Secret security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst for classified government contracts.
• Maintain Windows administration tasks, including AD, GPOs and permissions.
• Develop and maintain system documentation and security guidelines.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and security personnel.
• Support environments via ticketing systems (ServiceNow, JIRA).

Education

Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree with 5 years relevant experience; OR Associate’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR High School Diploma with 9 years of relevant experience

Tools

ServiceNow

JIRA

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our San Diego, CA location.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

• Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts.
• Exhibits good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers.
• Establishes and maintains customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.
• Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and oral format.
• Able to support multiple networks, ensuring necessary Windows administration tasks are completed; coordinating with others as necessary, working under minimal direction.
• Maintain operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management.
• Assist with review of internal customer requirements, making recommendations for hardware, software, system component purchases.
• Maintain and provide reliability of systems through installation, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Ensure system compliance via Group Policy or other technologies.
• Provide and maintain backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis.
• Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation of system processes and procedures.
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases, supporting Computer Security with inputs to documentation, as required.
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
• Support environments by means of ticketing requirements systems (ServiceNow, JIRA, etc.)
• Raises issues that require senior level attention or involvement.
• Lifts and moves equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Work after hours, and weekends, as needed.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree with 5 years relevant experience; OR Assocaite’s degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of relevant experience is required
• Must have a Security+ or greater certification
• Candidates must have a current US Government Secret security to be considered
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology
• Windows Server Administration to include, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP and other services
• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
• Knowledge of networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs and VTCs
• Create, maintain, and deploy system images in a LAN and up to an enterprise environment
• Current working virtualization experience
• Knowledge of Backup solutions (Cohesity, Veritas, etc) and SAN storage systems
• Experience with environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk)
• Experience in scripting
• Operating System Cross-platform awareness (i.e. two or more: Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, UNIX, etc.)
• Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.