Senior Principal Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Whidbey Island, WA
Salary: $117,500–$176,300 / yr
Posted: 38 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 6 roles within 25 mi

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Similar $163k

This role $147k

$108k most similar roles pay here $205k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $129,787–$195,325 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $147k versus about $163k 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 367 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$176,300 across 353 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Principal Systems Administrator

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Sr. Principal Systems Administrator joins the Systems Engineering Organization to manage multi-user computer systems for a classified government contract. This role involves serving as both a Windows/VMware System Administrator and a Linux/Redhat System Administrator. Daily responsibilities include maintaining system performance through installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management; providing backup and recovery services; managing file systems and virus protection; and creating user accounts with specific security access lists. The candidate will also test new product releases, document technical processes, and troubleshoot issues with vendors while adhering to strict Information Systems security guidelines. Required skills include Windows Server OS and domain architecture, VMWare, Linux operating systems, SAN storage systems, and rudimentary scripting. The role addresses the challenge of maintaining secure, high-reliability networked and standalone computers within a highly regulated classified environment requiring rigorous audit logging and documentation.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $114700 from 35 postings across 6 companies.

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Skills

Windows Server VMware Linux LDAP SAN Storage Cisco Scripting RMF STIG JAFAN JSIG NISPOM CompTIA Security+ CISSP CASP Networking Configuration Management

What you'll do

Administer Windows and VMware systems for classified government contracts.
Manage Linux and Red Hat systems within secure environments.
Perform system upgrades, patching, monitoring, and configuration management to ensure reliability.
Provide backup services, manage file systems, and maintain routine virus protection.
Create and maintain user accounts while managing file permissions and security access lists.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize impact on users.
Develop and document technical processes and procedures for system operations.
Maintain security audit logs and prepare documentation for Information Systems Security Managers.

What we're looking for

Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance with SCI.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Must possess a Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, or equivalent combinations of higher education/experience.
Must hold a current CompTIA Security+ CE or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.
Must have experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture.
Must have experience as a Linux/Redhat System Administrator for classified government contracts.
Must be able to manage VMware systems and perform related system administration tasks.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

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