Systems Administrator - Active Polygraph Required

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Aurora, CO
Salary
$91,800–$137,600 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Nearby
99+ roles within 25 mi

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Below market

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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 206 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$172,300 across 204 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Systems Administrator - Active Polygraph Required

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is hiring a Systems Administrator at its Aurora, Colorado facility, requiring an individual with active Top Secret/SCI clearance and Full Scope Polygraph. This role involves managing Linux (RedHat Enterprise Linux preferred) and Windows servers, administering VMware technologies, and supporting NAS storage devices like NetApp ONTAP 8.x or higher. The candidate will also collaborate closely with the Cyber Security team to ensure system security compliance with RMF and STIGs standards. Ideal candidates possess a degree in STEM along with relevant IT experience, DOD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification, and hands-on knowledge of enterprise-level storage concepts and host-based firewall configurations. The position demands flexibility for after-hours support and travel up to 25% of the time.

Skills

Linux Windows VMware NAS Storage NetApp ONTAP RedHat Enterprise Linux RHEL RAID RMF STIGs Active Directory VMware ESXi iPtables Wiki SharePoint Tenable Nessus CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Perform Linux (RedHat Enterprise Linux) and Windows server administration.
  • Manage VMware technologies including ESXi configuration and management.
  • Administer NAS storage devices, preferably NetApp ONTAP 8.x or higher.
  • Support Cyber Security team by remediating security vulnerabilities.
  • Maintain system documentation using Wiki pages and SharePoint sites.

What we're looking for

  • Active/current Top Secret/SCI clearance with adjudicated Full Scope Polygraph
  • Experience as a Linux (RedHat Enterprise Linux preferred) and Windows System Administrator
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level 2 baseline certification or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Administration experience on VMware technologies or related systems
  • NAS storage device administration, preferably with NetApp ONTAP 8.x or higher

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