Senior Principal Systems Administrator — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP) is seeking a Sr Principal Systems Administrator at Ellsworth AFB, SD, to join a high‑demand IT team supporting flight operations.

The role requires directing real-time, multi-user ground systems, ensuring STIG compliance, and performing field integration and troubleshooting in a military environment. Candidates will manage accounts, deploy equipment, and coordinate with REs and MOBs, working a 24/7 on-site schedule with potential overtime and a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus extensive systems administration experience.
• Experience with STIG compliance and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work a flexible, on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time ground systems administration for multi-user environments.
• Configure and manage user and service accounts with strong security posture.
• Troubleshoot data movement issues between Ground Systems and external systems.
• Perform field integration and repair of communications in military flight ops.
• Maintain procedures, provide redlines, and support 24/7 on-site operations.
• Collaborate with REs, MOBs, and local support to resolve issues and document trends.
• Test, maintain, and integrate communication systems for ground and flight ops.
• Assist with design data reviews and acceptance tests for system integration.

Skills

STIG compliance

Microsoft Office

Flexible schedule

On-call support

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

None specified

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP) is seeking a Sr Principal Systems Administrator at Ellsworth AFB, SD, to join a high‑demand IT team supporting flight operations.

The role requires directing real-time, multi-user ground systems, ensuring STIG compliance, and performing field integration and troubleshooting in a military environment. Candidates will manage accounts, deploy equipment, and coordinate with REs and MOBs, working a 24/7 on-site schedule with potential overtime and a discretionary bonus.