Principal Computer Systems Analyst

Northrop Grumman • Roy, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. The position is full-time and on-site at the Roy, Utah location; remote and telecommute work are not available. The role supports classified, multi-user computer systems and works with system engineers, desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management. The position requires Linux Server Administration experience in a classified environment and U.S. Government 8140 System Administrator (451) Intermediate qualification. A Top Secret clearance type is listed, although clearance is not required to start. Travel is 10% of the time, and after-hours and weekend work may be needed.

The analyst maintains system operations, reliability, security compliance, backup and recovery, file systems, disk space, virus protection, and technical documentation. Responsibilities also include Windows administration across multiple networks, recommending hardware and software purchases, testing product releases, resolving cross-disciplinary technical issues, and maintaining audit and logging information as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager. The role involves lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Northrop Grumman describes offering flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, exposure to varied projects and customers, a friendly team environment, healthcare and other benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and a 401(k) matching program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, master's degree with 3 years of experience, or Ph.D. with 0 years of experience.
• Linux Server Administration experience in a classified environment.
• Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for System Administrator (451) - Intermediate.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret, Top Secret, SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph.
• Security+ CE certification.
• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
• Current virtualization and containerization experience, such as Docker or Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs, and VTCs.
• Experience with a current version of VMware.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools such as HBSS, SolarWinds, or Splunk.
• Scripting experience.
• Cross-platform operating system awareness, with experience in 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst supporting classified government contracts.
• Communicate effectively with customers and maintain customer satisfaction according to defined objectives and established policies.
• Report the status of recurring and non-recurring tasks in written and oral formats.
• Support multiple networks and complete necessary Windows administration tasks, coordinating with others as needed and working under minimal direction.
• Maintain multi-user computer system operations 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.
• Ensure system compliance using Group Policy or other technologies.
• 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 documentation inputs to Computer Security as required.
• Maintain security audit and logging information on classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager.
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues involving software, firmware, hardware, operating systems, networks, applications, and recurring or one-time events.
• Support environments using ticketing systems such as ServiceNow and JIRA.
• Raise issues requiring senior-level attention or involvement.
• Lift and move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work after hours and weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• Friendly team environment
• Healthcare and other benefits
• 9/80 work schedule
• 401(k) matching program
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal