Cyber Systems Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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 is seeking a Cyber Systems Administrator for the Navy Aegis program Aegis Ashore Team Trainer (AATT) at Dam Neck, Virginia.  AATT leverages an integrated Simulation/Stimulation environment combining tactical hardware and software components with simulated elements to create a high-fidelity training environment.  AATT is a Train to Certify level trainer which allows for full certification of the watch team prior to their posting at the Aegis Ashore sites.  The classroom houses a mock-up of the Combat Information Center (CIC) and a fully simulated C4I suite allowing for robust team training of Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) missions. 

You will work on a team of support engineers, system administrators, and cyber security professionals.  This team provides on-site maintenance for the trainer and support to the instructor team. Join us in providing cutting edge training to the next generation of Navy warfighters.

NOTE: Working shift hours for this position are expected to be as follows:

40 hour work week

Monday - Thursday 1100am – 7pm

Friday 0900-5pm

Responsibilities includes:

• Work with site support personnel as well as Government Information System Security Manager and Officer (ISSM and ISSO)
• Assist with updating Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
• Supporting troubleshooting and maintain computer servers.
• Review Security Logs
• Monitor systems via ePO server
• ACAS/Nessus scanning of systems/networks.
• Evaluate-STIG scans; review/update STIG checklists; review/update Evaluate-STIG answer files.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity.

Basic Qualification Requirements: 

• A bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience or High school diploma / equivalent with 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.  
• Active Secret Clearance
• Ability to work on-site at NAS Oceana Dam Neck, Virginia
• Working knowledge of Linux to perform basic Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administrator tasks and troubleshooting.
• Basic understanding of network device operational interfaces such as Cisco IOS.
• Working knowledge of Information Assurance (IA) policies and procedures.
• Security+ or other similar acceptable certification – or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Linux or Red hat Certifications
• Knowledge of general principles of Microsoft Domain System Administration to maintain small/medium LAN systems 
• Experience with McAfee/Trellix ePO and ENS
• Cyber security experience
• STIGs and IAVA
• Knowledge of the DOD’s Cybersecurity Toolkit (i.e. EvaluateSTIG/SCAP/ACAS)

Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

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.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.