Staff Linux Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $161,000–$241,400 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 6 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Nov 30, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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

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TL;DR · Staff Linux Systems Administrator

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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 standards, and roadmaps across multiple programs. Key responsibilities include architecting backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions, overseeing network administration, and directing large-scale system enhancement projects. The position requires expert administration of modern Linux distributions like RHEL 8/9 and Rocky Linux, utilizing virtualization tools such as VMware vSphere, Citrix XenServer, and KVM/QEMU. Candidates will also manage containerization using Docker and Kubernetes while employing Bash, Python, and Ansible for automation. The work focuses on maintaining secure, mission-critical infrastructure and ensuring cross-platform interoperability between Linux, Windows, and UNIX systems.

Skills

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

What you'll do

Lead the development and governance of enterprise-wide Linux architecture for classified government contracts.
Architect and manage backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability solutions using virtualization and containerization technologies.
Oversee the administration and support of multiple networks to ensure secure connectivity across complex infrastructures.
Direct large-scale system enhancement projects from requirements analysis through deployment using scripting and automation.
Develop and enforce policies for user account management, file permissions, and enterprise-wide identity and access controls.
Author and maintain technical SOPs, standards, and best-practice guides for Linux environments.
Provide strategic mentorship and technical leadership to junior, mid-level, and senior team members.

What we're looking for

Must have a Master's degree with 10 years of IT experience, 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 have cross-platform awareness of at least two systems, such as Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, or UNIX.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 certification requirements for IAT Level II, such as Security+ CE, CND, or CCNA Security.
Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with SCI access level eligibility.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a CI-Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must be able to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA, and lift/move equipment up to 50 pounds.

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