Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows

Northrop Grumman • Rolling Meadows, IL

1d • $98,900 - $148,300 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities and classified government contracts. The position is full-time and on-site at the company’s Rolling Meadows, Illinois location; virtual and telecommute work are not available because of the classified work. The role supports multiple networks and multi-user computer systems, coordinating with system engineers, desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management, generally under minimal direction. A current U.S. Government Secret clearance and compliance with U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Computer Systems Analyst – IAT Level II are required. Travel is 10% of the time, and work after hours or on weekends may be needed. The role includes lifting and moving equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

The company describes an environment with flexible work arrangements, learning opportunities, varied projects and customers, and a collaborative team. This specific position, however, requires on-site work. Compensation is listed as $98,900 to $148,300, with possible overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus depending on the position. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off.

Requirements

• Associate degree and 7 years of experience, or bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, or master's degree and 3 years of experience; a high school diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• Experience with Windows domains, including Active Directory, Group Policy Objects (GPOs), policies, and permissions.
• Current U.S. Government Secret security clearance at minimum, with a closed investigation completed within the last 6 years, or enrollment in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
• Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8750 equivalent) for Computer Systems Analyst – IAT Level II, including Security+ CE certification.
• Willingness to work full-time on-site at the Rolling Meadows, Illinois location; the position does not offer virtual or telecommute work.

Nice To Haves

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance.
• Windows Server administration experience, including Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and other services.
• Experience operating and managing systems in NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments.
• Knowledge of networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs, and VTCs.
• Experience creating, maintaining, and deploying system images in a LAN and up to an enterprise environment.
• Current working virtualization experience.
• Knowledge of backup solutions such as Cohesity or Veritas and SAN storage systems.
• Experience with environmental monitoring tools such as HBSS, SolarWinds, or Splunk.
• Experience in scripting.
• Cross-platform operating system awareness, with experience in two or more of Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, or UNIX.
• Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts.
• Communicate effectively and support customers with an energetic, patient approach.
• Maintain customer satisfaction in accordance with defined objectives and established policies.
• Report the status of recurring and non-recurring tasks in written and oral formats as required.
• Support multiple networks and complete necessary Windows administration tasks, coordinating with others as needed.
• Maintain multi-user computer system operations while working 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, upgrading and patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Ensure system compliance using Group Policy or other technologies.
• Provide and maintain 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 for system processes and procedures.
• Follow Information Systems security guidelines and provide inputs to Computer Security documentation as required.
• 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 issues involving software, firmware, hardware, operating systems, networks, applications, and recurring or one-time problems.
• 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 are described generally, although this position requires on-site work.
• Learning opportunities.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Possible overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus depending on position eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: Associate degree