Associate Computer Systems Architect/Computer Systems Architect (Level 1/2)
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Space Sector has an opening for a Associate Computer Systems Architect/Computer Systems Architect (Level 1/2) to join the GSDP Special Test Equipment Engineering (STEE) team. This position will be in Manhattan Beach, California. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Space programs that provides specialized IT support to Restricted and Unclassified systems and environments. This position requires knowledge and adherence to Information Assurance processes and procedures per NG InfoSec and program security organizations. The applicant will be expected to support a variety of diverse, and dynamic environments. The Job requires supporting multiple engineering areas that have incorporated COTS hardware and operating systems with custom applications into their test systems and operational products.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field and 0+ years of relevant experience (Level 1)
- Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance or SCI access in a timely manner
- Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field and 2+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree in a STEM field and 0+ years of relevant experience (Level 2)
- Candidate must have, and be able to maintain, at least ONE of the following active U.S. Government security clearances: Dept of Defense Top Secret level with a background investigation date within 6 years OR SCI access with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within 5 years OR Dept of Energy Q clearance with a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) completed within 5 years
- Meets DOD IAT requirements for security certs or be in the process of obtaining one. (i.e. CISSP, Security+ certification)
Nice To Haves
- Administration of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 8/9 servers and workstations
- Administration of Windows workstations and servers (Windows 11 and Windows 2022)
- Installing, configuring, and maintaining Linux server applications (i.e. Samba, NFS, Chrony, Web servers)
- Installing, configuring, and supporting Windows applications (i.e. Xilinx, Windriver, LabView, Office)
- Basic understanding of computer networking (OS configuration, Network switches, Firewalls, CISCO IOS)
- Familiarity with CMMC/DFARS/RMF/DOD Security Controls
- Highly skilled at using Compliance and Remediation tools (i.e. Nessus, SCC SCAP scanner, STIG Viewer)
- Building, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting IT systems hardware (i.e. Workstations, Servers, Storage appliances, network switches, rack & stack)
- Manage and prioritize workflow using department ticketing system
- Ability to learn scripting languages and automation, such as Bash, Ansible, and/or PowerShell
Responsibilities
- Administration of Linux (RHEL 8/9, Rocky 8/9, Ubuntu 20+) servers and workstations
- Installing, configuring, troubleshooting hardened Linux operating systems
- On call, 24/7 pager support during critical phases of testing, contingency operations and off-site as required
Benefits
- health insurance coverage
- life and disability insurance
- savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
