Computer Systems Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Palmdale, CA
Salary: $83,400–$152,200 / yr
Posted: 29 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 12 roles within 25 mi

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Similar $143k

This role $118k

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This role pays less than 75% of similar roles. Most pay $119,450–$167,536 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $118k versus about $143k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$176,300 across 353 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Computer Systems Analyst

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The Computer Systems Analyst joins the Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. This role involves troubleshooting issues across software, firmware, hardware, networks, and applications while managing multi-user computer systems. Daily responsibilities include installing, patching, and upgrading systems, maintaining backup and recovery services, managing Windows file systems, and overseeing virus protection. The candidate will also manage user accounts, perform security audits, and provide technical documentation for cybersecurity requirements. Key technologies and skills include Windows Server and workstation support, Linux (RHEL) operating systems, Bash scripting, Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, Splunk Enterprise, Oracle databases, VMware vSphere/ESXi/vCenter, and Veeam Backup & Replication. The role operates within specialized environments governed by NISPOM, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG standards to ensure secure information system integrity for high-security government programs.

Skills

Windows Server Linux (RHEL) Bash Ansible Red Hat Satellite Splunk Enterprise Oracle VMware vSphere Podman STIG RMF LDAP SAN Storage ServiceNow JIRA IP Networking Cybersecurity

What you'll do

Perform computer systems analysis tasks in support of classified government contracts.
Isolate technical issues across software, firmware, hardware, networks, and operating systems.
Install, upgrade, and patch systems while maintaining configuration management standards.
Manage Windows file systems, disk space, backup services, and virus protection.
Create and manage user accounts, file permissions, and security access lists.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize impact on users.
Maintain security audit logs and documentation for classified networked and standalone computers.
Resolve technical issues using ticketing systems like ServiceNow or JIRA.

What we're looking for

Must have a Master's degree with 0 years experience, Bachelor's with 2 years, Associate's with 4 years, or High School with 6 years.
Must possess a Security+ certification or higher.
Must have a current U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and access to Special Programs.
Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must have experience with Windows Server Operating Systems and workstation support.
Must have experience supporting Linux (RHEL) Operating Systems.
Must have experience managing systems within NISPOM, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG environments.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology is preferred.
Active Top Secret, TS/SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph is preferred.
3 years of Server Administration experience in a classified environment is preferred.
Linux+ or RHCSA certification is preferred.
Experience with Bash scripting, Ansible, Red Hat Satellite, Splunk, Oracle databases, VMware, Veeam, and Podman containers are preferred.
Experience with Linux hardening to meet STIG requirements is preferred.
Knowledge of IP networking concepts, Windows AD, LDAP, and SAN storage systems is preferred.

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