Principal Computer Systems Analyst, Windows

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Baltimore, MD
Salary: $98,900–$148,300 / yr
Posted: 11 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $148k

This role $124k

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This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $119,397–$177,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $124k versus about $148k 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.

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TL;DR · Principal Computer Systems Analyst, Windows

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The Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. This role involves managing multi-user computer systems, performing Windows administration tasks, and ensuring system compliance through Group Policy. The analyst will be responsible for installing, patching, monitoring, and resolving issues across hardware, software, firmware, and networks while maintaining technical documentation and security audit logs. Key responsibilities include managing file systems, disk space, virus protection, and backup services. Required expertise includes Windows domains, Active Directory, GPOs, and permissions. The role requires a Security+ certification or higher and experience with tools like ServiceNow or JIRA. Technical skills also encompass networking, system imaging, virtualization, and monitoring tools such as HBSS, Solar Winds, or Splunk to maintain secure, high-availability systems in a classified environment.

Skills

Windows Active Directory Group Policy RMF STIG JAFAN JSIG ServiceNow JIRA Cohesity Veritas Splunk Solar Winds HBSS Linux UNIX SAN Storage Scripting Networking Virtualization

What you'll do

Perform Windows administration tasks across multiple networks under minimal direction.
Maintain system reliability through installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management.
Ensure system compliance using Group Policy and other relevant technologies.
Manage backup services, file systems, disk space, and routine virus protection.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize impact on users.
Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures.
Maintain security audit logs and information for all classified networked and standalone computers.
Resolve complex issues by isolating problems between software, firmware, hardware, and networks.

What we're looking for

Must possess an Associate's degree with 7 years of experience, a Bachelor's with 5 years, or a Master's with 3 years.
A High School diploma with 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Must have a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation Program.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Security+ or higher certification.
Must have experience with Windows domains, including Active Directory, GPOs, policies, and permissions.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

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