The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking an experienced Windows Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems Classified Solutions in Hollywood, MD.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
Perform as a Windows System Administrator for a classified government contract.
Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format.
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.
Able to support multiple networks. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed; direct others as necessary.
Analyze internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.
Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; 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, system components.
Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; 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 Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security.
Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
Works under minimal direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
Work after hours, and weekends, as needed.
If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!
Basic Qualifications:
Master's Degree with 3 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of or relevant experience is required
Must have a Security+ certification at a minimum; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment
Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered
Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment
Experience managing Windows Server OS
Experience with designing Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology
SAP/SCI access eligibility with Polygraph
MCSE (or similar) Microsoft certification
6 years of Windows Server Administration to include VMWare, Active Directory, and Group Policy in a classified environment
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, DISA STIGs, DAAPM, or JSIG information system environments
Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification
Creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment
Windows server management experience
Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems.
Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions
Red Hat certification for current version
VMWare experience with current version
Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk).
Mid to Advanced level Scripting experience
Experience with Certification & Accreditation process