Windows: Principal Computer Systems Architect-AHT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Job Description:

Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing complex computer systems. Determines systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security. Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system. Identifies, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies. Develops and recommends corrective actions. May provide technical guidance for database administrators and software developers.

**this requisition is contingent upon contract award/funding

Duties include but not limed to:

• Perform as Windows Systems Administrator for a large, classified government contract(s).
• Maintain efficient operations of the entire IT infrastructure including servers, desktop, and networking equipment. 
• Able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in written and verbal formats. 
• Ensure necessary IT projects are completed independently or assigned to others as necessary.
• Obtain and analyze internal and external customer requirements and recommend equipment and software as needed. 
• Implement system enhancements that will improve the performance, reliability and security of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Manage backup infrastructure then provide backup and recovery services.
• Manage virus protection on a routine basis as directed by policy.
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Cyber Security team.
• Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions as directed by policy.
• Develop and maintain technical processes and procedures as needed.
• Assist maintaining security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers. Experience maintaining Classified Windows Domains in effective operations to include: Advanced knowledge of Active Directory (AD) deployment, maintenance, and support; Group Policy (GPO); DNS; DHCP and scopes; Windows Server Update Servers (WSUS), SCCM or similar update service; Certificate Authority (CA) server; and supporting license managers.
• Supporting golden image creation, deployment, and underlying infrastructure.
• Experience deploying vulnerability scanning tools and remediation.

Basic Qualifications (Level 3):

• Current DoD Secret Security Clearance
• Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security+, etc.)
• Associate degree and 7 years of experience, or bachelor’s degree and 5 years of experience, or master’s degree and 3 years of experience; an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience architecting and maintaining Windows Active Directory in a large mixed Operating Systems environment
• Ability to maintain all Windows Domain components i.e., Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, WSUS, etc. in accordance with DCSA RMF SP 800-53 Standards.
• General understanding of networking to include subnets, routing, VLANs, etc.
• Mid-level experience administrating Windows Domain environments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math)
• Broad knowledge of systems administrations to include multiple technologies i.e., (Windows, Linux, Cisco, VMware, NetApp)
• Working knowledge of Linux systems in a Windows Domain environment
• Experience building and administrating VMware vSphere 7.x or higher in a large environment
• In-depth knowledge of VMware Horizon View and VDI
• Ability to conduct backups and restorations from VEAAM
• Previous administration of Atlassian Tools i.e., (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, Fisheye, Crucible, etc.)
• Experience with automation tools such as Ansible
• Scripting using Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell
• Strong familiarity with SAN storage systems i.e., NetApp
• Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.)

Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.