Principal Systems Administrator

Requisition ID : R10171768

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• Category : Information Technology
• Location : Chantilly, Virginia, United States of America
• Clearance Type : SCI
• Telecommute : No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required : Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance : Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available : 1

We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Administrator based out of Chantilly, VA.

What to expect :

This individual must demonstrate an energetic approach to accomplishing tasks and exhibit composure when working with external partners and team members.

Additionally, a qualified candidate will support group customer management in organizing executive level meetings and delivering executive-level reports.

Meeting preparation includes developing and coordinating the agendas, compiling all briefing material, facilitating the conduct of the meeting, writing minutes, and capturing and tracking action items.

Extensive coordination, continuous communication, and flexibility are essential to successful execution of these tasks.

This entry-level position is an ideal starting point in a challenging field working with a team dedicated to providing essential program support.

This is a unique opportunity to learn and grow in an exciting field.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, system engineers, project managers, and end users.
• Perform as a Windows, VMware, and Linux / Red Hat System Administrator.
• Participate in new installations, testing, and special projects.
• Utilize established operating procedures to collect, store, track, trend, and report performance metrics.
• Observe equipment and system software for messages or error indicators.
• Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approaches to solutions.
• Perform control management accounting of all hardware, software, and documentation.
• Support audits to verify that design meets requirements baselines.
• Ensure that customer requirements are implemented and review change accounting activity to ensure compliance with configuration management policies.
• Assist with hardware and software inventory control.
• Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.
• Manage backup infrastructure.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and system documentation.
• Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.

Basic Qualifications :

• 5 years of experience with BS Degree or 3 years of experience with MS Degree.
• Candidate must possess an active TS / SCI and must be willing to obtain a polygraph.
• Current IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE, SSCP, GSEC, CCNA-Security).
• Experience managing Windows operating systems in a domain architecture.
• Must have experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and maintaining networks, servers, and workstations.
• Knowledge of Active Directory and Group Policy.
• General understanding of Linux RHEL 8 operating system.
• Must be able to lift equipment containers weighing 50lb.
• Must be able to climb ladders up to two stories in height.
• Have familiarity with using Microsoft Suite (including Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications :

• Understanding of scripting languages.
• Experience with VMware implementation, migration, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS / Elasticsearch / Splunk).
• Understanding of backup solutions to include suites (Veeam / Nakivo / NetApp).

Salary Range : $97,500 - $146,300

The 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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action 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.

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