Sr Principal Systems Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr Principal Systems Administrator - IT System Administrator SME (25-181) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position, located in Colorado Springs, CO., plays a crucial role in our mission to support the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier globally and regionally. Networks integrate and synchronize autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities. Essential Functions: Operate, maintain, and manage Windows/Linux-based domain supporting a software development environment
Responsible for overall day-to-day operations of the Windows/Linux environment and is responsible for backup and recovery (to include disaster recovery) of system data
Ensure all data is being backed up per COOP and BCP
Ensure the backup system is functioning correctly, and periodically test the backup system by restoring files
Respond appropriately to any security or virus incident discovered in the system
Install, configure, monitor, manage, and maintain all Windows/Linux-based servers
Create and maintain Windows/Linux system administration processes and procedures
Install, configure, manage, and maintain all Windows/Linux server-based applications
Ensure all Windows/Linux-based systems have the appropriate patches installed, which include but are not limited to:
Security
Applications
OS
Ensure all Windows/Linux-based systems are running current versions of antivirus software with current virus definition files
Create, manage, and maintain group policy objects, security groups, and user accounts
Monitor, manage, and maintain storage systems and devices
Recommend system enhancements, including but not limited to:
Servers
Applications
Storage
Processes
Procedures
Recommend when additional system resources are required or when existing resources should be retired
Ensure all appropriate asset management functions are completed as required
All other tasks as assigned by the IT site lead or IT manager
Assist the help desk in responding to end users' requests/issues Basic Qualifications: Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in a related discipline and 6 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience instead of a degree may be considered
Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Required experience:
Senior Windows Domain experience
Windows and Linux system administration
System Security Implementations
Network Attached Storage administration
IBM Server Backup administration
Technical skills supporting a Windows environment, including:
Server setup
Deployment
Maintenance
Hardening
Must have a background/knowledge of a Linux environment and administration
Must have working knowledge of Agile principles and practices
Must understand configuration managed Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS)
Understand IT's role is in Continuous Integration and Delivery (CI/CD) and how it can be applied to PaaS
Knowledge of applying containers (Docker) and use of container orchestration (Kubernetes) Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and experience of the following is highly desired:
Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG)
Multi-Factor Authentication implementation
OpenShift
OpenStack
VMware ESXI
QAS/VAS
Windows
Active Directory
Backup and Recovery
Containers and Container Orchestration products Knowledge of:
Git
Nexus
Jenkins
Jira
Confluence
Understand the concept of PaaS and SaaS
Knowledge of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery, and how it applies to IT and IT products What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements Additional Northrop Grumman Information: Salary Range: $113,500.00 - $170,300.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.