Systems Administrator/ Principal Systems Administrator (AHT)

Northrop Grumman•Rome, NY

9d•$75,800 - $141,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking a System administrator for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). The incumbent will serve as a key member of the traveling installation team. This role is responsible for the on-site installation, configuration, and security of systems at various facilities as well as the Special Security Office (SSO) at AFRL. The candidate will work hands-on with hardware/software stacks, and coordinate directly with remote Tier 3 administrators to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all security protocols. This position requires regular travel to customer sites. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) conducts basic and applied scientific research to develop new technologies that enhance the United States Air Force’s operational capabilities. It creates and prototypes advanced weapons, sensors, communications, and navigation systems that the Department of Defense can field in future platforms. AFRL partners with industry, academia, and other government labs to accelerate innovation and transition breakthroughs from the laboratory to the battlefield. This position is contingent on customer approval and funding and may be filled at a Level 2 or Level 3 based on the qualifications below.

Requirements

A high school diploma with 6 years of relevant experience OR a bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR a master’s degree with 0 years of relevant experience (for System Administrator).
A high school diploma with 9 years of relevant experience OR a bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience OR a master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience OR a PhD with 1 year of relevant experience (for Principal System Administrator).
Active Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility at time of hire.
Meets DoD 8570.01 IAT Level II certification requirements (e.g., CompTIA Security+ or equivalent) or able to obtain within 60 days of start date.
Professional experience administering Windows and Linux servers (installation, configuration, patching, and monitoring).
Professional experience configuring and troubleshooting IP networks, including TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and switching.
Professional experience administering Active Directory, including user and group account management.
Experience applying cybersecurity principles and system hardening guidance (e.g., DISA STIGs) to servers and networks.
Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA SecurityX or CompTIA Security+ certification or IAT Level II / IAT III equivalent per DoD 8140.
Independent experience troubleshooting on production systems.
Excellent verbal and communication skills.
Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
In depth experience in complex system and network administration in Cloud environments.
Experience in a DoD or research and development (R&D) environments.

Responsibilities

On-site installation, configuration, and security of systems at various facilities.
Installation, configuration, and security of systems at the Special Security Office (SSO) at AFRL.
Working hands-on with hardware/software stacks.
Coordinating directly with remote Tier 3 administrators to ensure seamless integration and compliance with all security protocols.
Performing hands on installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of server, network, and end user computing hardware at customer sites.
Creating and maintaining documentation of network connections, system configurations, and installation procedures for inclusion in system accreditation packages.
Providing post installation technical support and system familiarization to on site personnel.