Systems Administrator (X-Lab) - Level 3

Principal Systems Administrator (X-Lab) (26-170)

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Systems Administrator (X-Lab) (26-170) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Located in Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential for supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. Position Overview: The Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial component of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations globally and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains frequent internal and external customer contacts and represents the organization in delivering solutions to challenging technical issues related to specific projects
• Occasional work outside of regular hours may be required

Basic Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
• Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
• Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
• This position will serve as the first line of defense for user-level interactions and issues
• The role will primarily involve supporting users in person, over secure phone, email, or instant message (IM)
• Since this position will be customer-facing, strong customer service skills, in addition to IT expertise, are essential
• You must be comfortable diagnosing and troubleshooting issues with remote users daily
• This role will also support MDA flight tests, focus on integrating R&D systems into C2BMC, and contribute to other ongoing X-Lab projects as needed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Creating domain accounts with restricted security group addition abilities
• User password resets and VDI troubleshooting
• Application installation and troubleshooting support for users
• User Thin Client Troubleshooting
• Collaborate with the Active Directory team and compliance/patching admins to review and improve updating processes and procedures
• Administrative experience with RedHat 7/8/9 in an enterprise setting
• Experience with Windows 10/11 administration in an enterprise setting
• Additionally, over 3 years of experience supporting users in an enterprise-level system
• Experience in installing and troubleshooting Windows and Linux applications
• Comfortable interfacing professionally with users and customers in an IT service setting
• Ability to write and edit technical documentation of processes and procedures in solutions such as Atlassian Confluence

What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both your success and the company's. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.