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Northrop Grumman · 3 weeks ago

Sr Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret - R10210536

Boulder, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$129K/yr - $194K/yr

6+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking a highly experienced Senior Linux Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team. The role involves performing as the primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract, ensuring smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, and providing support for multiple networks.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform as primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract

Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format

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

Support multiple networks while ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed and directing others as necessary

Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems

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

Provide backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and 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

Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components

Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors, and 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

Linux Operating SystemsLinux Server AdministrationSecurity+ CERed Hat SatelliteAnsibleNetworkingCisco experienceWindows Server ManagementVMWareScripting (Powershell)

Required

Master's Degree with 6 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of IT experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 10 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of IT experience

Must have a Security+ CE (or another DOD 8570 IAT level II certification); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment

Must have Linux Operating Systems support experience

Linux Workstation and Server management experience is required

Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered

Preferred

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, a RHCSA, and 10 years of Linux Server Administration experience, to include Red Hat Satellite management and Ansible open-source software tool experience in a classified environment

Experience operating under, and managing systems within, NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments

Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs

Cisco experience and/or certifications

Windows server management experience

Windows Active Directory, VMWare, and/or knowledge of NFS storage systems

VMWare experience with current version

Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/PRTG/Splunk)

Scripting (Powershell) experience

Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment

Experience with Certification & Accreditation process and STIGs

Active Top Secret is preferred