Principal Computer Systems Analyst, Windows

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Salary
$103,600–$155,400 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
56 days ago
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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

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TL;DR · Principal Computer Systems Analyst, Windows

The Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows joins the Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. This role involves maintaining multi-user computer systems, performing Windows administration tasks, and ensuring system reliability through installation, patching, and configuration management. The analyst will manage file systems, disk space, and virus protection while ensuring compliance via Group Policy. Key responsibilities include developing technical documentation, performing security audits, and isolating issues across software, firmware, and hardware. Required technical skills include experience with Windows domains, Active Directory, GPOs, and permissions. Preferred competencies include Windows Server Administration, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and networking concepts like subnets and VLANs. The position requires managing systems within NISPOM, RMF, and STIG environments to solve complex security and operational challenges.

What you'll do

  • Perform Windows administration tasks to support multiple networks and classified government contracts.
  • Maintain multi-user computer systems through installation, upgrading, patching, and configuration management.
  • Ensure system compliance using Group Policy and other security technologies.
  • Provide and maintain backup and recovery services while managing file systems and disk space.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures.
  • Maintain security audit and logging information for all classified networked and standalone computers.
  • Isolate technical issues between software, firmware, hardware, networks, and applications.
  • Support environment requirements through ticketing systems like ServiceNow and JIRA.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, a Master's with 3 years, or a PhD with 0 years.
  • A High School diploma or equivalent may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security+CE certification.
  • Must have experience with Windows domains, including Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions.
  • Must be able to work on-site full-time at the Sunnyvale, CA campus.
  • Must be able to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.

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