Secret-Cleared Windows Systems Analyst (On-Site)

Northrop Grumman; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule

401k matching program

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Computer Systems Analyst - Windows Systems Administrator to support classified government contracts in San Diego, CA. The role requires a Secret clearance and strong Windows Server / AD administration skills, with a focus on security and cross-functional coordination.

The position is on-site at Spectrum Center in San Diego, offering a comprehensive benefits package, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to work with a diverse, collaborative team on cutting-edge defense

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 0 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 4 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 6 years of experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements for a Computer Systems Analyst – IAT level II certification (examples: Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CND).
• Candidates must have a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance in order to be considered
• Knowledge of Windows Server Operating Systems and workstation support

Responsibilities

• Perform as a 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.
• Begin supporting working 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.
• Awareness of operations surrounding multi-user computer systems, including collaboration with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians.
• Able to support multiple networks, under limited direction ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed following all security policies and procedures.
• Assist with installing, upgrading/patching, troubleshooting systems, in support of configuration management.
• Provide assistance in maintaining backup and recovery services, manage windows file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis.
• Assist with creation of windows user and computer accounts, file permissions and security access lists.
• Assist with testing of new product releases to ensure compatibility to minimize user impact.
• Follow documented technical processes and procedures as assigned.
• Assist with troubleshooting issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
• Assist in maintaining security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
• Prepare documentation for input to Cybersecurity.
• 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.

Skills

Windows knowledge

Security clearance

Network fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Active Directory

Group Policy

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Computer Systems Analyst - Windows Systems Administrator to support classified government contracts in San Diego, CA. The role requires a Secret clearance and strong Windows Server / AD administration skills, with a focus on security and cross-functional coordination.

The position is on-site at Spectrum Center in San Diego, offering a comprehensive benefits package, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to work with a diverse, collaborative team on cutting-edge defense