Server/Network Support Tech. 2

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.

Enterprise IT Infrastructure UIS- ECS  (Unclassified Infrastructure Services (Enterprise Compute Services) organization within Northrop Grumman Leads the largest scope of work within the CIDO, focused on Service Delivery, IT Infrastructure, Database Operations and Classified Network Solutions, ensuring dedicated prioritization, centralized visibility, and accountability to provide a seamless IT experience to our customers.  We push the boundaries of innovation, redefining engineering capabilities, and drive advances in various Information Technology disciplines. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce, and sustain optimized IT services across the company. Come be a part of our mission.  

 

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Server/Network Support Tech. 2 to join our extended IT recurring services team. The position requires full-time onsite support in the Redondo Beach, CA R3 Data Center. In this role, the successful candidate will support the F-35 program with an emphasize on Unix (Solaris) and Linux system administration. In addition to the core System administration Unix/Linux function the candidate will be required to perform touch labor duties in the Redondo Beach R3 Data Center.  Outlined  services include cable management, basic repairs (Disk replacement) potential installation and termination and the disposal of servers. Overall, provide smart-hands on-site support for the F-35 program, including the capability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; OR an Associates degree with 0 years of experience
• Position requires full time on-site in Redondo Beach R3 Data Center
• Basic to intermediate understanding of Linux-RHEL, Solaris, VMWare, Windows,  enterprise implementation, migration, and hardware & Operating System maintenance
• Basic experience with Sun Microsystems Servers and Dell PowerEdge Servers
• Server Backup/Restore, patching, and cluster maintenance
• Some understanding of the F-35 program related to the System Administration role and onboarding process
• Enterprise Data Center hands on experience. Physical touch labor-  Server Rack, Network, Compute and Storage  smart hands.
• Must have Security+ CE certification
• RAID, direct attached Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) management experience
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Secret or Top Secret security clearance
• Experience with Solaris Unix and RHEL Linux
• Obtain and analyze internal and external customer requirements, recommend equipment and software as needed, and oversee system implementation and accreditation.
• Navigate system configurations and implement enhancements that will improve the performance, reliability, and security of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
• Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed, and support others as needed.
• 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
• Make recommendations on how to purchase hardware, software, and system components.
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.

Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00

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.