Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator
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The Systems Administrator/Principal Systems Administrator role at Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems supports the MQ-4C Triton program test activities as part of the Ground Segment team based at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The selected candidate will provide technical support services on the MQ-4C Air vehicle and Ground Control Stations, including engineering integration/modification, system sustainment, and operational mission support during ground/flight tests. Responsibilities encompass Windows and Linux system administration tasks such as maintaining multi-user systems, analyzing customer requirements, enhancing system performance, interfacing with multidisciplinary teams, adhering to security guidelines, and reporting project status. The role requires expertise in VMware, Red Hat Linux, Windows Server OS, network management, and scripting, along with active Top Secret clearance and the ability to obtain additional security clearances.
Skills
What you'll do
- Perform Windows\VMware System Administrator duties for classified government contracts.
- Maintain Linux\Redhat systems for classified projects, ensuring compliance with security guidelines.
- Coordinate system enhancements and upgrades to improve performance and reliability of IT infrastructure.
- Provide technical support on MQ-4C Triton Air vehicle and Ground Control Stations during tests.
- Interface with multidisciplinary teams to resolve sustainment issues and integrate new components.
What we're looking for
- Active US Government Top Secret Clearance with background investigation within 6 years or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
- Experience managing Windows Server OS and domain architecture.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time.
- Current Security+ CE certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Experience as a System Administrator for classified government contracts, including both Windows/VMware and Linux/Redhat environments.
- Rudimentary scripting experience and understanding of DISA security STIGs.
Employer
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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