Northrop Grumman
Principal Systems Administrator - COS IT Systems Admin
Northrop Grumman, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Launch and Missile Defense Systems presents an excellent opportunity for a Principal Systems Administrator - COS IT Systems Admin (25-326) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential for supporting the U.S. President, Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders across strategic, regional, and operational levels.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position, and this role is on-site with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key part of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational tool that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control designated networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC provides a layered missile defense capability that offers an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a vital part of all ground and flight tests, which verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of the missile defense system.
Essential Functions:
This position is responsible for supporting the overall daily operations and management of the MS Windows-based enterprise environment, which includes:
Active Directory
Database Servers
Application Servers
Web Servers
License Servers
DHCP and DNS
NAS and SAN
Certificate Authorities and Certificate Management
Backup Systems
Security updates and patches are current
Active Directory Replication
Creating, managing, maintaining, and deleting group policies
Adding, maintaining, and deleting user accounts
Creating, maintaining, and deleting security groups and distribution lists
Configuring desktops and servers to meet security requirements
Creating and maintaining server configuration documentation
Creating and maintaining Windows Sys Admin processes and procedures
Backing up and restoring, as necessary, all network data
Ensuring disaster recovery processes and procedures are accurate and current and are complied with
Off-site backup media storage management
Monitoring server capacity, such as:
Disk
CPU
Memory
Managing and maintaining servers, including performance tuning
Installing, managing, and maintaining server-based applications such as:
Secret Server
DOORS
Solarwinds
System Architect
SQL Server and Axway OCSP Validation Authority and Desktop Validator
Managing and maintaining enterprise storage, including
SAN
and
NAS
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
Assist with security audits
Assist with user desktop support
Assist with desktop moves, adds, and changes
Assist with hardware asset management
Assist with creating and maintaining helpdesk processes and procedures
Assist with managing and maintaining network switches and routers
Assist with managing and maintaining firewalls
Assist with maintaining network printers
Other duties as assigned by the IT manager
Technical skills supporting a varied and diverse environment, including
server setup
,
hardening
,
deployment
, and
maintenance
Must also have a background/ knowledge of the Windows environment and administration
Basic Qualifications:
Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued
Secret
security clearance at the time of application, which is required to begin.
A DoD 8140 certification at
IAT Level II or higher
(Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.) is required to start
Required skills:
Windows system administration
PowerShell scripting
Domain/Active Directory administration
Backup and Recovery administration
Security Technical Implementation Guides (
STIG
)
Multi-Factor Authentication implementation like
PKI
,
ADFS
,
VMware ESXI
,
QAS/VAS
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering virtualization platforms, specifically including VMware vSphere (
vCenter
,
ESXi
, and
vSAN
), is a plus
Knowledge of
Git
,
Nexus
,
Jenkins
,
Jira
, and
Confluence
Understand the concept of
PaaS
and
SaaS
Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery and their application to IT and IT products
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that promotes your growth while supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits offered by Northrop Grumman give you flexibility and control to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx
#NGSpace
#COSpace
#NGFeaturedJobs
#C2BMC
Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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.
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Launch and Missile Defense Systems presents an excellent opportunity for a Principal Systems Administrator - COS IT Systems Admin (25-326) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential for supporting the U.S. President, Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders across strategic, regional, and operational levels.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position, and this role is on-site with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key part of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational tool that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control designated networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC provides a layered missile defense capability that offers an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a vital part of all ground and flight tests, which verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of the missile defense system.
Essential Functions:
This position is responsible for supporting the overall daily operations and management of the MS Windows-based enterprise environment, which includes:
Active Directory
Database Servers
Application Servers
Web Servers
License Servers
DHCP and DNS
NAS and SAN
Certificate Authorities and Certificate Management
Backup Systems
Security updates and patches are current
Active Directory Replication
Creating, managing, maintaining, and deleting group policies
Adding, maintaining, and deleting user accounts
Creating, maintaining, and deleting security groups and distribution lists
Configuring desktops and servers to meet security requirements
Creating and maintaining server configuration documentation
Creating and maintaining Windows Sys Admin processes and procedures
Backing up and restoring, as necessary, all network data
Ensuring disaster recovery processes and procedures are accurate and current and are complied with
Off-site backup media storage management
Monitoring server capacity, such as:
Disk
CPU
Memory
Managing and maintaining servers, including performance tuning
Installing, managing, and maintaining server-based applications such as:
Secret Server
DOORS
Solarwinds
System Architect
SQL Server and Axway OCSP Validation Authority and Desktop Validator
Managing and maintaining enterprise storage, including
SAN
and
NAS
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
Assist with security audits
Assist with user desktop support
Assist with desktop moves, adds, and changes
Assist with hardware asset management
Assist with creating and maintaining helpdesk processes and procedures
Assist with managing and maintaining network switches and routers
Assist with managing and maintaining firewalls
Assist with maintaining network printers
Other duties as assigned by the IT manager
Technical skills supporting a varied and diverse environment, including
server setup
,
hardening
,
deployment
, and
maintenance
Must also have a background/ knowledge of the Windows environment and administration
Basic Qualifications:
Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued
Secret
security clearance at the time of application, which is required to begin.
A DoD 8140 certification at
IAT Level II or higher
(Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA, etc.) is required to start
Required skills:
Windows system administration
PowerShell scripting
Domain/Active Directory administration
Backup and Recovery administration
Security Technical Implementation Guides (
STIG
)
Multi-Factor Authentication implementation like
PKI
,
ADFS
,
VMware ESXI
,
QAS/VAS
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience administering virtualization platforms, specifically including VMware vSphere (
vCenter
,
ESXi
, and
vSAN
), is a plus
Knowledge of
Git
,
Nexus
,
Jenkins
,
Jira
, and
Confluence
Understand the concept of
PaaS
and
SaaS
Understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery and their application to IT and IT products
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that promotes your growth while supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits offered by Northrop Grumman give you flexibility and control to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx
#NGSpace
#COSpace
#NGFeaturedJobs
#C2BMC
Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Salary Range: $91,200.00 - $136,800.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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.