Staff Linux Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $161,000–$241,400 / yr
Posted: 24 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Sep 20, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role $201k

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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.

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TL;DR · Staff Linux Systems Administrator

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Staff Linux Systems Administrator - TS/SCI The Staff Linux Systems Administrator joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. This role involves leading the development and governance of enterprise-wide Linux architecture, establishing technical roadmaps, and managing modern distributions like RHEL and Rocky Linux. The position requires architecting high-availability solutions using virtualization tools such as VMware vSphere, Citrix XenServer, and KVM/QEMU, alongside containerization initiatives involving Docker and Kubernetes. Key responsibilities include overseeing network infrastructure, automating system enhancements with Bash, Python, and Ansible, and managing security tools like Splunk and SolarWinds. The role addresses the technical challenge of maintaining secure, mission-critical Linux environments within a classified domain. Candidates must possess extensive experience in server management, cross-platform operations, and advanced networking to ensure robust connectivity across complex infrastructures.

Skills

Linux RHEL Rocky Linux Kubernetes Docker Ansible Python Bash VMware vSphere ESXi Citrix XenServer KVM QEMU Azure CycleCloud Splunk SolarWinds Networking Virtualization Containerization

What you'll do

Lead the development and governance of enterprise-wide Linux architecture for classified contracts.
Architect and manage backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions using virtualization and containerization technologies.
Oversee multi-network administration and provide technical guidance to teams on networking infrastructure.
Manage large-scale system enhancement projects from requirements analysis through deployment using scripting and automation.
Develop and enforce policies for identity management, file permissions, and enterprise-wide access controls.
Author and maintain technical SOPs, standards, and best-practice guides for Linux environments.
Provide strategic mentorship and technical leadership to junior and senior team members.

What we're looking for

Must have a Master's degree with 10 years of IT experience, or a Bachelor's with 12 years, or an Associate's with 14 years.
Must have Linux operating systems, server, and workstation management experience in a classified environment.
Must possess cross-platform awareness for at least two systems such as Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, or UNIX.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 certification requirements for IAT Level II (e.g., Security+, CND, or CCNA Security).
Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with SCI access level eligibility.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a CI-Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Master's degree in Information Technology and 12 years of Linux experience in a classified environment (preferred).

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