Northrop Grumman · 2 days ago
NATO AGS Principal System Administrator 3/4
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$104K/yr - $194K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a Systems Administrator for the NATO Global Hawk program. The role involves performing as a Windows and Linux System Administrator for a classified government contract, ensuring the smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, and adhering to strict security guidelines.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform as a Windows\VMware System Administrator for a classified government contract
Perform as a Linux\RedHat System Administrator for a classified government contract
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
Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems
Review recommendations and system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management
Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis
Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists
Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact
Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed
Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions
Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases
Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security
Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts
Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions
Qualification
Required
Must have a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years experience OR 3 years with a Master's Degree OR 9 years experience in lieu of degree
Must have an active Top Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Current Security + CE, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date
Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture
Ability to support multiple networks, ensure necessary administration tasks are completed, and direct others as necessary
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed
Preferred
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment
Server management experience
Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP or similar security certification
Windows domain architecture experience
Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification
Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems
Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions
VMWare experience with current version
Rudimentary Scripting experience
Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment
Experience with Certification & Accreditation process
DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco)
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral format
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Kenneth Crews
Corporate Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
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