Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Chandler, AZ
Salary: $89,400–$134,200 / yr
Posted: 4 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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

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TL;DR · Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret

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The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Linux to support information system lifecycle activities at their Chandler, AZ location. This role involves managing Linux workstations and servers, coordinating with teams under minimal direction, and ensuring the completion of necessary administration tasks across multiple networks. The analyst will also assist in reviewing customer requirements and recommending hardware and software solutions while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Key responsibilities include reporting task statuses and raising issues that require senior-level attention. Candidates must have a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance and experience with Linux operating systems, along with the ability to obtain an IAT Level II certification such as Security+ or CCNA-Security within six months. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, relevant certifications like Security+, Linux+, or RHCSA, and at least six years of Linux server administration experience in a classified environment.

Skills

Linux Linux Administration CI/CD Terraform Ansible Docker Kubernetes Python Rudimentary Scripting PostgreSQL MySQL Git AWS Azure Google Cloud Platform Security+ CCNA-Security IAT Level II Secret Clearance Top Secret Clearance

What you'll do

Manage Linux workstations and servers under minimal supervision.
Conduct reviews of customer requirements and recommend hardware/software solutions.
Ensure completion of necessary Linux administration tasks across multiple networks.
Report task statuses regularly in both written and oral formats.
Coordinate with team members to support information system lifecycle activities.

What we're looking for

Requires 3+ years IT experience with relevant degree or higher level of experience.
Must possess Linux Operating Systems support and management experience.
IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+, CCNA-Security) required or obtainable within 6 months.
Candidate must have a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
Ability to report task statuses in written and oral formats is essential.
Experience with Linux workstation and server administration in classified environments preferred.
Rudimentary scripting skills are beneficial but not mandatory.

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Sr Principal HPC Linux Systems Administrator - Secret

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