Windows Systems Administrator 3/4 - Top Secret

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Flme228
Salary
$89,400–$134,200 / yr
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
Jun 5, 2026 (soon)

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Salary context

Below market

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This role $112k
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This role pays less than 87% of similar roles. Most pay $129,575–$193,568 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $112k versus about $162k 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 208 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Windows Systems Administrator 3/4 - Top Secret

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The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is hiring a Principal Windows Systems Administrator to support the lifecycle of classified government information systems. This role involves maintaining system reliability, ensuring compliance with security guidelines, and coordinating with various IT teams to manage multi-user computer systems. Day-to-day tasks include performing Windows administration, managing backups, monitoring system performance, and developing technical documentation. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in designing Windows domain architectures, understanding storage technologies like SAN and NAS, and using backup tools such as Cohesity or Backup Exec. Additionally, candidates must hold a Security+ CE certification and possess a current DOD Top Secret clearance to work on highly classified projects within the defense sector.

Skills

Windows Active Directory GPOs SAN NAS Cohesity Backup Exec VMware vSphere ESXi vCenter vSAN MCSE DoD 8570 Linux Red Hat Scripting

What you'll do

  • Manage Windows administration tasks on multiple networks under minimal supervision.
  • Ensure system compliance through Group Policy implementation and monitoring.
  • Maintain backup and recovery services, managing file systems and virus protection.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation for system processes and procedures.
  • Coordinate with various IT teams to support multi-user computer system operations.
  • Assist in reviewing customer requirements and recommending hardware and software solutions.

What we're looking for

  • At least 5 years of Windows systems administration experience required
  • Must hold a Security+ CE or higher certification
  • Current DOD Top Secret clearance is mandatory
  • Experience with designing and managing Windows domain architectures, including Active Directory and Group Policy
  • Knowledge of storage technologies such as SAN and NAS
  • Proficiency in using backup software and tools like Cohesity and Backup Exec

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