Principal Linux AWS Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Linthicum, MDAurora, COMorrisville, NC
Salary: $98,900–$148,300 / yr
Posted: 6 days ago
Closes: Jul 31, 2026
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 AWS Systems Administrator

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The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is hiring a Principal Computer Systems Analyst with expertise in Linux and AWS administration to support classified government contracts at their Baltimore, MD, Morrisville, NC, or Aurora, CO locations. This role involves managing multiple networks, performing essential AWS/Linux administrative tasks, and coordinating with other teams under minimal supervision. Candidates must hold an IAT II certification such as Security+ CE and have extensive experience in AWS/Linux server administration within a classified environment, including implementing STIGs on Linux systems. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, additional certifications like Linux+, RHCSA, and hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and security frameworks such as NISPOM, ICD 503, or JSIG.

Skills

AWS Linux Terraform Helm Ansible CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Python C++ STIGs NISPOM ICD 503 JSIG Scripting

What you'll do

Perform AWS/Linux administration tasks under minimal direction.
Ensure compliance with STIGs on Linux systems in classified environments.
Implement and maintain resources in an AWS cloud environment securely.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams for system lifecycle activities.
Support the deployment of Infrastructure as Code using tools like Terraform.
Manage systems within NISPOM, ICD 503, or JSIG information system environments.

What we're looking for

Master's Degree with 3 years IT experience or Bachelor's with 5 years; relevant certifications required
IAT level II certification (Security+ CE, CND, CCNA Security, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CCISO)
Experience in AWS/Linux Server Administration for classified systems
Expertise in implementing STIGs on Linux systems and maintaining security standards
Current Top Secret clearance with SCI access eligibility including a recent polygraph

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