Cyber Architect​/Systems Admin - Level 2

Relocation Assistance

No relocation assistance available

Yes

Secret

Yes, 25% of the Time

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.

Cyber Architect/Systems Administrator (Level 2 or Level
3) based out of Boulder, CO.

• Perform as a Linux and Windows System Administrator on large government contracts.
• Perform administration on VMware technologies or related.
• Maintain smooth operation of multi‑user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
• Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Provide backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis.
• Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
• Support the Cyber Security team.
• Report on project status as required for all recurring and non‑recurring efforts.
• Position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. It also requires the candidate to obtain final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience; 0 years with a Master’s. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Requires an active Secret clearance at time of application.
• Demonstrated experience with RHEL administration.
• Familiarity with Log Rhythm.
• Demonstrated success with scanning and implementing STIGs.
• Active CompTIA Security+ Certification at the time of application.

• Bachelor's degree and 5 years of relevant experience; 3 years with a Master’s; 1 year with a PhD. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Requires an active Secret clearance at time of application.
• Demonstrated experience with RHEL administration.
• Familiarity with Log Rhythm.
• Demonstrated success with scanning and implementing STIGs.
• Active CompTIA Security+ Certification at the time of application.

• Experience with establishing group policies on Windows systems.
• Red Hat Identity management experience.
• Bash and/or Python scripting.
• Active Top‑Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.

Primary Level: $91,800.00 – $. Secondary Level: $ – $.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Northrop Grumman provides health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.