Northrop Grumman Australia · 23 hours ago
Deployable Principal Systems Administrator - Secret
United States-California-Edwards AFB
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$104K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, and they are seeking a Principal Systems Administrator for their aircraft solutions organization. This role involves supporting multi-user computer systems, managing Windows Server platforms, and ensuring the smooth operation of IT services while adhering to strict security guidelines.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Support establishment of the Windows Server security infrastructure design, implementation, and migration planning and fielding
Provide support for Microsoft Windows Server 2016/ 2019 platform and functions
Manage SCCM/ MECM platform to support customer requests for agent installation and tuning monitors and rules
Participate in new installations, testing and special projects as needed
Exhibit excellent communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers
Perform as a Windows System Administrator for a classified government contract
Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral 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. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed, working in a solo or team-based environment; as necessary
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
Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact
Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed
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 Cyber Security review and approval
Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts
Works under minimal direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions
Qualification
Required
Must have a High School diploma or equivalent with at least 9 years of relevant professional / military systems administration experience, OR a Bachelors Degree and at least 5 years of relevant professional / military systems administration experience, OR a Masters degree and at least 3 years of relevant professional / military systems administration experience
Must have the ability and willingness to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year
Must have the ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
Must have a valid U.S. Passport
Must have the ability to meet medical requirements for worldwide travel and comply with mobility requirements
Must have a CompTIA Security+ CE certification
Must have previous experience with Microsoft Windows Server 2016/ 2019, Workstation operating systems, end-user support in an Active Directory environment, general understanding of LAN/WAN networking
Must have previous experience with Communications Security (COMSEC) devices (i.e. Taclanes, KGs, vIPers, SKLs, etc.), their function, operation, and proper handling of such
Preferred
An active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Foundational experience or understanding of Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and associated products (MS SCCM, SCSM, MECM etc)
Experience with Active Directory
Familiarity with deployment cycles and comfortable with frequent CONUS and OCONUS Travel
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 Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase