Sr Principal Windows / VMWare Systems Administrator - Polygraph

Northrop Grumman•Linthicum Heights, MD

10d•$123,400 - $185,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst (Windows and VMWare Sys Admin) to support information system lifecycle activities for the CIDO. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, MD location. The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following: Perform as a Senior Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format. Establishes and maintains high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies. Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and oral format. Oversee and lead the reliable operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management. Analyze and make recommendations to internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems. Recommend and implement system enhancements, to include automation, that will improve the performance of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. Ensure compliant and reliable backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis. Test and oversee new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. Lead the development and documentation of technical processes and procedures. Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions. Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases and report security relevant statuses accordingly. Ensure accurate security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems. Mentorship of junior professionals to grow and develop technical talent Lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Work after hours, and weekends, as needed. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

Requirements

PhD with 4 years of relevant IT experience; OR a Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant IT experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant IT experience; OR a Associates Degree with 10 years of relevant IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED (or equivalent) with 12 years of relevant IT experience is required
Must have experience with designing and maintaining Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions in a classified environment
Experience with VMWare implementation, migration and maintenance is required
Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 (8570 equivalent) baseline certification requirements for a Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst - IAT Level II (example: Security+ CE)
Candidates must have a current US Government Top Secret/SCI level security clearance to include a recent Polygraph [adjudicated within the last 5 years] in order to be considered

Nice To Haves

Master's degree
Security+ CE certification
7 years of Windows server administration experience to include VMWare, Linux, RedHat Administration in a classified environment
Experienced Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP and other services
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
Experienced with networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs and VTCs; Cisco experience and/or certification
Experienced in the creation, maintenance, and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment
Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment
Experience working in virtualized environments
Deploy and maintain Backup solutions (Cohesity, Veritas, etc) and SAN storage systems
Experience with environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk)
Experience in scripting and automation
Operating System Cross-platform awareness (i.e. two or more: Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, UNIX, etc.)
Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes

Responsibilities

Perform as a Senior Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts
Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format.
Establishes and maintains high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.
Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and oral format.
Oversee and lead the reliable operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management.
Analyze and make recommendations to internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems.
Recommend and implement system enhancements, to include automation, that will improve the performance of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
Ensure compliant and reliable backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis.
Test and oversee new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
Lead the development and documentation of technical processes and procedures.
Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases and report security relevant statuses accordingly.
Ensure accurate security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
Mentorship of junior professionals to grow and develop technical talent
Lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Work after hours, and weekends, as needed.