Principal / Senior Principal Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Salary: $94,200–$141,200 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 6 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 $178k

This role $118k

$77k most similar roles pay here $251k

This role pays less than 89% of similar roles. Most pay $142,500–$214,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $118k versus about $178k 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 455 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 271 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal / Senior Principal Systems Administrator

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As a Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Administrator, you will join the Joint Tactical Ground Station program team to manage infrastructure for a classified government contract. You will perform Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems administration by maintaining, enhancing, and troubleshooting multi-user computer systems in lab and development environments. Your daily responsibilities include performing configuration management, installing and patching software, managing virtual machines, and developing technical documentation while ensuring strict adherence to information systems security guidelines. The role requires expertise in Linux operating systems, package management, kernel/driver interactions, and performance tuning. You will also utilize skills in LDAP integration, Windows Server administration, Active Directory, GPOs, and enterprise-level storage concepts. This position supports the processing of satellite data for real-time warning and alerting on ballistic missile launches across various communication networks.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $115054 from 46 postings across 6 companies.

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Skills

RHEL Linux LDAP Windows Server Active Directory Networking VLANs Routing Configuration Management Patching Virtual Machines

What you'll do

Administer, monitor, and maintain Linux-based systems in lab and development environments.
Perform configuration management, patching, and troubleshooting for Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
Implement system enhancements to improve performance, reliability, and security.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
Execute quarterly security patch updates across a multitude of virtual machines.
Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
Manage hardware, software, network, and security for domestic and international systems.

What we're looking for

Active DoD Secret security clearance required on day one.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
IAT Level II certification is required on day one of employment.
Bachelor's degree with 5 years experience, Master's with 3 years, or 9 years of experience (Level 3).
Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience, Master's with 6 years, or 12 years of experience (Level 4).
Strong understanding of Linux system administration in lab, development, or production environments.
Experience installing, configuring, and troubleshooting Linux operating systems, software, servers, and hardware.
Experience with OS level package management, building custom RPMs, kernel/driver interactions, and performance tuning.
Red Hat System Administration certification(s) (preferred).
Experience integrating LDAP in complex environments (preferred).
Support and troubleshoot Windows Server operating systems, including Active Directory and GPOs (preferred).
Solid understanding of Enterprise-level storage concepts (preferred).
Experience supporting build and deployment environments with scripts and installation media (preferred).
Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs (preferred).