Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Salary: $103,600–$155,400 / yr
Posted: 11 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $142k

This role $130k

$96k most similar roles pay here $179k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $113,929–$170,625 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $130k versus about $142k 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 · Systems Administrator

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Systems Administrator 3/4 joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. This role involves performing as a Computer Systems Analyst to maintain multi-user computer systems, ensuring reliability through installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management. The individual will manage Windows administration tasks including Active Directory, GPOs, DNS, DHCP, and LDAP within a classified environment. Key responsibilities include providing backup and recovery services, managing file systems, overseeing virus protection, and developing technical documentation of system processes. The position requires proficiency in tools like ServiceNow or JIRA to manage ticketing requirements. Technical skills involve troubleshooting hardware, firmware, and software issues while ensuring compliance with strict Information Systems security guidelines. The work focuses on maintaining secure, integrated, and multi-domain systems within a high-security classified infrastructure.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $114700 from 35 postings across 6 companies.

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Skills

Windows Active Directory Group Policy DNS DHCP LDAP Cisco Linux Scripting Automation ServiceNow JIRA Cohesity Vertias Splunk Solar Winds RMF STIG SAN VLANs

What you'll do

Perform as a Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts.
Manage Windows administration tasks including Active Directory, Group Policy, and system configurations.
Maintain system reliability through installation, patching, monitoring, and hardware/software troubleshooting.
Provide backup and recovery services while managing file systems and virus protection.
Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures.
Ensure compliance with Information Systems security guidelines and manage audit logging.
Test new product releases to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
Resolve issues across hardware, firmware, software, and network layers.

What we're looking for

Must possess a current U.S. Government Secret level security clearance at minimum.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance and access to Special Programs.
Must hold a Security+ certification or higher.
For Level 3, must have a Master's with 3 years experience, Bachelor's with 5 years, Associate's with 7 years, or High School with 9 years.
For Level 4, must have a Master's with 6 years experience, Bachelor's with 8 years, Associate's with 10 years, or High School with 12 years.
Must have experience with Windows domains including Active Directory, GPOs, policies, and permissions.
Must be able to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions requiring government clearance.

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