Principal Computer Systems Analyst, Windows

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Linthicum, MD
Salary: $98,900–$148,300 / yr
Posted: 7 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $149k

This role $124k

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This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $119,397–$177,900 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $124k versus about $149k 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 reliability through installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management. The analyst will also manage file systems, provide backup and recovery services, handle virus protection, and maintain technical documentation of procedures. Key technologies include Windows domains, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and scripting. Candidates must navigate complex environments involving NISPOM, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG standards while utilizing tools like ServiceNow and JIRA. The role addresses the critical challenge of maintaining secure, compliant networked and standalone systems within a high-security environment, requiring the ability to isolate issues across hardware, firmware, software, and operating systems to ensure continuous mission success.

Skills

Windows Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP LDAP RMF STIG JAFAN JSIG Virtualization Cohesity Veritas SAN Solar Winds Splunk Linux Unix ServiceNow JIRA

What you'll do

Perform computer systems analysis tasks in support of classified government contracts.
Manage Windows administration tasks across multiple networks with minimal supervision.
Maintain system reliability through installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management.
Ensure system compliance using Group Policy and other security technologies.
Provide backup and recovery services while managing file systems and virus protection.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures.
Maintain security audit logs and information for all classified networked computers.

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 have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.
Must possess U.S. citizenship for positions requiring government clearance.
Experience with Windows domains, including Active Directory, GPOs, policies, and permissions is required.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements, such as a current Security+ CE or ability to obtain it within six months.
Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

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