Cyber Systems Administrator - Regional COSA (26-396)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: No

Description 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 Cyber Systems Administrator – Regional COSA (26-396) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential to 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:

As a COSA, you will be part of a tight‑knit team reporting to the C2BMC Watch Officer (CWO), responsible for daily system monitoring, operations, and maintenance of C2BMC systems. You will be on the front lines of technical support for the warfighter, ensuring critical systems, networks, and services are available whenever they’re needed.

Essential Functions:

• Perform real‑time system monitoring and operations of C2BMC systems in a 24x7 operations and test environment
• Provide first‑level technical support to the warfighter, including initial troubleshooting of local C2BMC hardware, software, and network issues
• Document, track, and report events/issues to the C2BMC Watch Officer (CWO); execute tasking and direction from the C2BMC Command Center (CCC) for operations, test, and real‑world events
• Assist with hardware and software installations as directed by local SMEs
• Create and maintain user accounts as directed by the local ISSO, following established cybersecurity and access‑control practices
• Collaborate with system and network administrators to maintain a stable, secure, and high‑availability environment
• Perform other duties and assignments as required in support of mission readiness

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
• Applicants must have a current, active Government-Issued 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, SecurityX, CCNA Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+ CE, CISSP, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their 8140 certifications throughout the entire contract period
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start, with the ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Demonstrated background and experience in operations and maintenance of large‑scale computer and communications systems/networking environments
• Experience in system and/or network administration, to include some combination of: UNIX / Linux, Windows, Cisco, Juniper
• Strong experience in troubleshooting hardware and software components in an operational environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• A rotating 24×7 shift schedule (12‑hour shifts) is required. Mission needs will determine the specific shift, and additional off‑shift coverage (nights/weekends) may be required on a substitute‑rotation basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants with a current, active in-scope Government-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application are highly preferred, with the eligibility to be read on to SCI clearance

Experience and knowledge of C2BMC or other Missile Defense Systems

Prior experience in a 24x7 operations/watch‑floor or command‑and‑control environment

Familiarity with DoD cyber, network operations, or missile defense mission

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following:

• Health Plan

• Savings Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Education Assistance

• Training and Development

• Flexible Work Arrangements

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Primary Level Salary Range: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00The 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.