Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Rolling Meadows
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10076357

• Category: Information Technology
• Location:Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: No
• Positions Available: 1 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.
  
  We are looking for you to join our team as a Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator based out of Rolling Meadows, IL. As a Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator at Northrop Grumman you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Enterprise-wide digital transformation.What You'll get to Do:Specific Responsibilities Include:
  • Set up user accounts and workstations.
  • Provide software maintenance and install software upgrades and patches.
  • Create backup or recover files of systems.
  • Perform and log systems and software scans using utilities such as Fortify and Nessus tools.
  • Monitor performance and maintain systems according to requirements.
  • Troubleshoot issues and outages.
  • Ensure security through access controls, backups, and firewalls.
  • Upgrade systems with new releases and models.
  • Update Lab Operations Policy and Procedures including Information Systems Security Plans (ISSP) and Plan of Actions & Milestones (POA&M) and ensure they are being followed.
  • Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
  • Communicate effectively with network, software, system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and IT personnel.
  • Running shell scripts and/or Bash Scripts.This position may be filled as a Systems Administrator or Principal Systems AdministratorBasic Qualifications:
    • Systems Administrator - Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field with 3+ years of relevant experience: or Master of Science degree in a STEM field with 1+ years of relevant experience.
    • Principal Systems Administrator - Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field with 6+ years of relevant experience; or Master of Science degree in a STEM field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
    • Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware and software in a networked environment.
    • Experience with Microsoft Windows operating systems.
    • Ability to articulate and implement NIST 800-171 cybersecurity requirements.
    • Capacity to work with minimal direction and independently determine and develop solutions to issues as they arise.
    • US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain interim DoD Secret Security Clearance.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Bachelor or master's degree in information security, Cyber Security, or Computer Science.
      • Familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and/or DFARS Clause 252.204-7012.
      • Experience with Linux Operating Systems.
      • Experience with PowerShell, JavaScript, Python, etc.
      • Experience with Github, Clearcase or other management tools.
      • VMWare experience with current version.
      • Active secret clearance. Salary Range: $71,500 USD - $107,300 USD Salary Range 2: $88,000 USD - $132,000 USD Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
        • Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
        • Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
        • Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.Did you know?Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA's James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.

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