Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Systems Administrator – Integration/CDS Engineer to join their Missile Defense Integration team in Colorado Springs, CO. This role involves developing, controlling configuration, deploying, and testing the Radiant Mercury Configuration with a focus on Common Data Services (CDS) integration, ensuring smooth implementation and maintenance of CDS systems across various locations. The position requires automating scripting for remote host management, integrating JEMINI Lab test suites, and supporting software development by resolving issues in both test and prototype environments. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio, network management, STIG compliance knowledge, and experience with automation tools like Ansible or GitLab/Maven. The role demands a Top Secret security clearance and IAT Level II certification, along with extensive experience in DOD security practices and network traffic analysis.
Skills
Ansible
GitLab
Maven
STIG
DoD 8140 (IAT Level II or higher)
Top Secret Clearance
SCIP
Security+
GSEC
CISSP
CISA
Radiant Mercury
C2BMC
Python
PostgreSQL
Linux
Windows Server
Cisco
RHEL
VMware
What you'll do
Develop and control configuration for Radiant Mercury, focusing on Common Data Services (CDS) integration.
Ensure smooth implementation, configuration, and maintenance of CDS systems across remote locations.
Integrate JEMINI Lab test suites into the development lab environment.
Investigate and resolve software issues in collaboration with development personnel.
Create scripts for data analysis to support system testing and prototyping.
Troubleshoot issues in both test and prototype environments, developing troubleshooting procedures.
Automate scripting to configure and maintain remote hosts efficiently.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of experience or Master’s Degree with 6+ years; or 12+ years relevant work experience
Active Top Secret security clearance required at the time of application
IAT Level II or higher DoD certification (e.g., Security+, GSEC, CISSP) required
Experience in network management and monitoring systems
Understanding of DOD standard security practices including STIG compliance
Proven experience with network traffic analysis and troubleshooting
Effective communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Visio
Market check
Salary context
This
$117,500–$176,300
range sits above
35%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$120,000–$220,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$135,225–$205,000
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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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