Principal Computer Systems Analyst Linux - Redondo Beach CA

VetJobs•Redondo Beach, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Linux to support the IT Infrastructure & Operations organization’s Classified Solutions team. The role supports information system lifecycle activities and classified government contracts. It is full-time and on-site at the Redondo Beach, California, or Linthicum, Maryland location; virtual and telecommuting options are not available. The position requires a current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with SCI access and a recent CI polygraph. Travel is 10% of the time, and relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience, or a master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance, including SCI access, and a CI polygraph adjudicated within the last 5 years.
Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for IAM Level I equivalent or higher security certification, such as Security+ CE or CGRC.
Linux Server Administration experience in a classified environment.
Ability to work on-site full-time.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating under or managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
Current virtualization and containerization experience, including Docker or Kubernetes.
Networking knowledge, including subnets, routing, VLANs, and VTCs.
VMware experience with a current version.
Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools such as HBSS, SolarWinds, or Splunk.
Scripting experience.
Cross-platform operating system awareness across two or more of Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, or UNIX.
Experience creating and deploying system images in an enterprise environment.
Experience with the Assessment & Authorization process.
Five years of experience with a bachelor's degree, 3 years with a master's degree, or no experience with a Ph.D.

Responsibilities

Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Linux in support of classified government contracts.
Maintain customer satisfaction in accordance with defined objectives and established policies.
Report task status for recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and oral formats.
Support multiple networks by completing Linux administration tasks and coordinating with others while working under minimal direction.
Maintain multi-user computer systems in collaboration with system engineers, desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management.
Review internal customer requirements and recommend hardware, software, and system component purchases.
Maintain system reliability through installation, upgrades and patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; and routinely manage virus protection.
Test new product releases for compatibility and to minimize user impact.
Develop and maintain technical documentation of system processes and procedures.
Follow information systems security guidelines and provide required documentation inputs to Computer Security.
Maintain security audit and logging information on classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
Work across disciplines to isolate problems involving software, firmware, hardware, operating systems, networks, and applications, and distinguish one-time events from recurring issues.
Support environments using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow and JIRA.
Escalate issues requiring senior-level attention or involvement.
Work after hours and on weekends as needed.
Lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.