Systems Administrator – Level 2 or Level 3

ngc; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Colorado is seeking a Linux Systems Administrator to support large, classified government contracts. You will manage multi-user systems, coordinate with network, software, and IT management, and implement improvements for reliability and security.

Required: TS/SCI with CI poly, 1 year of RHEL server administration, DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE) or achievable within 6 months, ability to lift 40 lb, and willingness to work off shifts/overtime.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph at time of application.
• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience or Master’s with 0 years (or 4+ years in lieu).
• At least 1 year of server administration experience with RHEL.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 40 pounds and work off shifts/out overtime.

Responsibilities

• Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems and coordinate with teams.
• Recommend and implement system enhancements for performance and reliability.
• Create/modify user accounts, permissions, and security ACLs.
• Maintain security audit and logging as directed by ISSM.
• Maintain VMware/virtualization infrastructure and apply quarterly patches.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

RHEL server administration

Active TS/SCI clearance with CI poly

VMware / virtualization

DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security+ CE)

Overtime flexibility

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

RHEL

VMware

Active Directory

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: PolygraphTRAVEL: 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.

*This position is contingent upon capturing program award(s), obtaining and maintaining customer funding, and holding final clearances (if applicable) prior to start date*

The Systems Administrator will perform as a Linux Systems Administrator on large, classified government contracts. Will work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approaches to solutions.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
• 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.
• Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.
• Knowledge and experience with VMware and virtualization.
• Ability to perform quarterly security patch updates supplied by factory on a multitude of virtual machines.
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
• Other duties as assigned

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon capturing program award(s), obtaining and maintaining customer funding, and holding final clearances (if applicable) prior to start date.*

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 0 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with an active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph at time of application
• Must have at least 1 year of server administration experience with RHEL
• Must have a DoD 8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE) or ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date as a condition of continued employment
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must have ability to work off shifts and overtime as needed.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance with an active Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph at time of application
• Must have at least 1 year of server administration experience with RHEL
• Must have a DoD 8570 IAT Level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE) or ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date as a condition of continued employment
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
• Must have ability to work off shifts and overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Information Assurance processes for various USG classified networks
• Experience of Active Directory forests, including root and child domains.
• Experience of cross platform networks consisting of Linux, UNIX and Windows Servers

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.