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Staff Principal Computer Systems Analyst--Virtualization - R10216553-7

Northrop Grumman, Redondo Beach, California, United States, 90278

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Job Title Staff Principal Computer Systems Analyst -- Virtualization (R10216553-7)

Company Northrop Grumman

Required Clearance Top Secret

Relocation Assistance Relocation assistance may be available.

Travel Yes,

10%

of the time.

Job Location On‑site, full‑time at one of the following locations: Roy, Utah; Huntsville, Alabama; Annapolis Junction, Maryland; Melbourne, Florida; San Antonio, Texas; Colorado Springs, CO; Bellevue, NE; or Redondo Beach, California. This is not a remote position.

Role Overview Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a well‑qualified Staff level Windows and Virtualization Systems Analyst to join our dynamic Classified Solutions team of technical professionals. This will be a lead / technical architect role in support of the Software Development Environment for the Sentinel program.

Responsibilities

Perform administration of Virtualization and Storage platforms across the site, among other technologies.

Lead and become a valuable member of the team supporting various technologies.

Manage and support various components of the technical infrastructure, including Hypervisors, storage, infrastructure solutions, system updates, patching, and administration of various IT systems.

Provide support to end users and other staff in resolution of more complex issues related to software tools, applications, databases, and system access.

Maintain smooth operation of multi‑user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.

Administer backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis. Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.

Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networks as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).

Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast‑paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of related experience, or Master’s degree with 9 years of related experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with an additional 16 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

The selected candidate will need to have an active Secret DoD clearance.

The selected candidate will be required to obtain a finalized DoD Top Secret security clearance once hired and within a reasonable time frame and a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance; maintaining these required clearances will be a condition of continued employment.

IAT Level II certification (e.g., Security+ CE) or greater; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.

Experience architecting virtualization and storage solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in IS related field.

Current DoD Top Secret or DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance.

Experience maintaining a containerized environment.

Experience with system engineering other environments.

Experience operating under and managing systems within DCSA, DCID 6/3‑ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.

VMWare experience/certification; experience with vCenter, ESXi environments v6.5+.

Experience with VDI deployments (Horizon, Hyper‑V).

Mastery of Windows domain architecture, to include AD, LDAP, RADIUS, and certificate authorities.

Knowledge of SAN storage systems (NetApp OnTap, E‑Series, and other vendor solutions).

Experience with various backup solutions (Cohesity, PPDM).

Salary Range $134,300 – $201,500 (Primary Level). The above range represents a general guideline; Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as scope and responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Benefits Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, paid time off for vacation and/or personal business, overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and possibly long‑term incentives for VP or Director positions.

Application Period The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, but this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and candidate availability.

EEO Statement Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please 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

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