Systems Administrator / Principal Systems Administrator

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Patuxent River, MD
Salary: $83,400–$125,200 / yr
Posted: 29 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 9 roles within 25 mi

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Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $136k

This role $104k

$73k most similar roles pay here $176k

This role pays less than 81% of similar roles. Most pay $110,750–$161,199 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $104k versus about $136k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 / Principal Systems Administrator

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The Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator joins the Ground Segment team to support MQ-4C Triton program test activities. This role involves providing technical support for the Triton air vehicle and Ground Control Stations, including engineering integration, system sustainment, and ground or flight test operational mission support. The individual will perform as a Windows/VMware System Administrator and a Linux/Redhat System Administrator for a classified government contract. Key responsibilities include managing multi-user computer systems, performing configuration management, providing backup and recovery services, and maintaining security audit logs. Required skills include experience with Windows Server OS, domain architecture, and SAN storage systems. The role requires proficiency in technical process documentation and hardware maintenance within networked environments to solve complex system deficiencies for unmanned air vehicle components during the lifecycle sustainment phase of the program.

What does a Systems Administrator earn?

Median $114700 from 35 postings across 6 companies.

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Skills

Windows VMware Linux RedHat LDAP SAN Storage Cisco Scripting RMF STIG JAFAN JSIG NISPOM Security+ CISSP Configuration Management Patching Backup and Recovery

What you'll do

Perform Windows and VMware system administration for classified government contracts.
Provide Linux and Red Hat system administration for classified government contracts.
Manage multi-user computer systems including installation, patching, monitoring, and configuration management.
Provide backup and recovery services while managing file systems, disk space, and virus protection.
Create and maintain user accounts, modify file permissions, and manage security access lists.
Test new product releases to ensure system compatibility and minimize impact on users.
Develop and document technical processes and procedures for system operations.
Maintain security audit logs and prepare documentation for classified networked and standalone computers.

What we're looking for

Must have an active US Government Top Secret clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) and SCI clearances with a CI Polygraph.
Must possess or be able to obtain Security+ CE certification within 6 months of hire.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
For Systems Administrator: Bachelor's degree and 2 years experience, or a Master's degree.
For Principal Systems Administrator: Bachelor's with 6 years experience, Master's with 4 years, or Ph.D. with 1 year.
Must have experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture.
Must be able to perform as both a Windows/VMware and Linux/Redhat System Administrator.

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