Sr Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Secret

Northrop Grumman

Boulder, Colorado, United States
Base: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00; bonus: discretion...
Linux server and workstation management
Classified network security compliance
Multi-user system administration
The role involves serving as the primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract within Northrop Grumman's Space Systems support team

Job Summary

  • The role involves serving as the primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract within Northrop Grumman's Space Systems support team.
  • Candidates will be responsible for maintaining smooth operations of multi-user computer systems, coordinating with various engineering teams, and ensuring strict adherence to information systems security guidelines.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a 9/80 work schedule, exceptional healthcare benefits, and opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact global security.

Matching Summary

The role involves serving as the primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified government contract within Northrop Grumman's Space Systems support team.

Salary

Base: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00; Bonus: Discretionary annual bonuses available; Benefits: Health insurance, 401k matching, 9/80 schedule

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Linux Server and Workstation management
  • Classified network security compliance
  • Multi-user system administration
  • System patching and configuration management
  • Security audit and logging maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Red Hat Satellite and Ansible experience
  • NISPOM and RMF environment knowledge
  • Cisco networking and Windows server skills
  • VMware virtualization expertise
  • Splunk and HBSS monitoring tools

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree with 6 years IT experience OR equivalent education/experience combination
  • Current DOD Secret level security clearance required
  • Security+ CE certification or other DOD 8570 IAT level II certification
  • Full-time on-site work in Boulder, Colorado required
  • U.S. Citizenship required for government clearance positions

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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