Principal Windows Systems Administrator - Polygraph

Northrop Grumman

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Dulles, VA
Salary
$103,600–$155,400 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
Jul 11, 2026

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $180k
This role $130k
$88k most similar roles pay here $250k

This role pays less than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $152,150–$207,350 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $180k 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 208 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,400–$187,900 across 206 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Windows Systems Administrator - Polygraph

The Northrop Grumman Chief Information and Digital Office is hiring a Principal Computer Systems Analyst to support classified government contracts at their Dulles, VA location. This senior-level role involves managing Windows Server OS environments, maintaining system reliability through upgrades and monitoring, and ensuring compliance with security policies using Group Policy or similar technologies. The analyst will work closely with cross-functional teams including system engineers, networking experts, and IT management to resolve issues and support multiple networks. Key responsibilities include reviewing customer requirements for hardware and software recommendations, developing technical documentation, and maintaining backup services while adhering to strict IS security guidelines. Ideal candidates possess a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, IAT Level II certification, and extensive experience with Windows domains, Active Directory, and Group Policy administration within classified environments.

What you'll do

  • Manage Windows Server OS and Active Directory environments, including GPOs and permissions.
  • Ensure system compliance via Group Policy or other technologies for security standards.
  • Maintain backup and recovery services, manage file systems, and monitor virus protection.
  • Coordinate with IT teams to maintain multi-user computer system reliability and performance.
  • Develop and update technical documentation for system processes and procedures.

What we're looking for

  • Master's Degree with 3 years IT experience or Bachelor's with 5 years; IAT Level II certification required
  • Minimum 3 years of Windows Server OS management and Active Directory experience needed
  • Current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI clearance including Polygraph within last 5 years mandatory
  • Experience in maintaining system reliability through installation, upgrading, monitoring, and configuration management
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures
  • Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines and support Computer Security with inputs to documentation

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