Systems Administrator
Northrop Grumman
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This role pays more than 94% of similar roles. Most pay $114,734–$180,704 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $221k versus about $148k for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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 629 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 314 roles with salary data.
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The Systems Administrator - Level 5 joins the Northrop Grumman Space Systems team to manage large government contracts. This role involves performing Linux and Windows system administration, including VMware technologies and NAS storage. The administrator ensures smooth operation of multi-user computer systems by coordinating with network, software, and system engineers. Key responsibilities include installing, upgrading, patching, and monitoring systems, as well as providing backup and recovery services, managing file systems, and maintaining security audit logs on classified networked and standalone computers. The position requires proficiency with RedHat Enterprise Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory, NetApp ONTAP, and Splunk. The work involves hardening systems in accordance with RMF and STIGs, remediating security vulnerabilities, and supporting the Cyber Security team within an SCI classified environment.
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Median $112000 from 47 postings across 5 companies.
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