Northrop Grumman
Sr Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret - R10210536
Northrop Grumman, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Overview
Sr Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret - R10210536
at Northrop Grumman. On-site at our facility in Boulder, Colorado. Relocation assistance: No relocation assistance available. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: 10% of the time. Responsibilities
Perform as primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract. Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format. Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, coordinating with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management. Support multiple networks while ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed and directing others as necessary. Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems. Recommend and implement system enhancements that improve performance and reliability, including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. Provide backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis. Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists. Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed. Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components. Interact with vendors, meet and troubleshoot issues, and evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions. Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases. Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the ISSM; prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security. Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts. Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions. Basic Qualifications
Master\'s Degree with 6 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor\'s Degree with 8 years of IT experience; OR an Associate\'s Degree with 10 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of IT experience Security+ CE (or another DOD 8570 IAT level II certification); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment Linux operating systems support experience Linux workstation and server management experience Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, an RHCSA, and 10 years of Linux Server Administration experience (Red Hat Satellite management and Ansible experience in a classified environment) Experience operating under NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG environments Understanding of basic networking (subnets, routing, VLANs) Cisco experience and/or certifications Windows server management experience; Windows Active Directory, VMWare, and/or NFS storage systems VMware experience (current version) Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/PRTG/Splunk) Scripting (PowerShell) experience Experience with creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment Experience with Certification & Accreditation processes and STIGs Active Top Secret clearance is preferred Northrop Grumman offers flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, a collaborative team environment, and a range of benefits including a 9/80 schedule and 401k matching. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to business needs. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Sr Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret - R10210536
at Northrop Grumman. On-site at our facility in Boulder, Colorado. Relocation assistance: No relocation assistance available. Clearance type: Secret. Travel: 10% of the time. Responsibilities
Perform as primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract. Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format. Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, coordinating with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management. Support multiple networks while ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed and directing others as necessary. Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems. Recommend and implement system enhancements that improve performance and reliability, including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. Provide backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis. Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists. Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed. Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components. Interact with vendors, meet and troubleshoot issues, and evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions. Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases. Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the ISSM; prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security. Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts. Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions. Basic Qualifications
Master\'s Degree with 6 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor\'s Degree with 8 years of IT experience; OR an Associate\'s Degree with 10 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of IT experience Security+ CE (or another DOD 8570 IAT level II certification); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment Linux operating systems support experience Linux workstation and server management experience Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, an RHCSA, and 10 years of Linux Server Administration experience (Red Hat Satellite management and Ansible experience in a classified environment) Experience operating under NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG environments Understanding of basic networking (subnets, routing, VLANs) Cisco experience and/or certifications Windows server management experience; Windows Active Directory, VMWare, and/or NFS storage systems VMware experience (current version) Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/PRTG/Splunk) Scripting (PowerShell) experience Experience with creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment Experience with Certification & Accreditation processes and STIGs Active Top Secret clearance is preferred Northrop Grumman offers flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, a collaborative team environment, and a range of benefits including a 9/80 schedule and 401k matching. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to business needs. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Linux System Administrator” roles.
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