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Requisition ID: R10177139

• Category: Information Technology

• Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America | Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Polygraph

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators, who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a well-qualified Senior Lead Linux Systems Administrator and subject matter expert to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in Linthicum, MD and Annapolis Junction, MD.

Please note that the selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, with time split between our Linthicum, MD and Annapolis Junction, MD campuses, and that this is not a remote work opportunity. Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Perform as consulting Senior Lead Linux Administrator and subject matter expert for a large, classified government contract(s).

• Obtain and analyze internal and external customer requirements, recommend equipment and software as needed, and oversee system implementation and accreditation.

• Able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in written and verbal formats.

• Ensure all aspects of large IT projects are completed independently or assigned to others as necessary.

• Track project status and support 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.

• Develop and maintain technical processes and procedures as needed.

• Travel as needed.

• Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

• Work after hours and weekends as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree with 14 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 16 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

• Experience operating under and managing systems within current applicable information systems compliance standards.

Technical Requirements:

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining classified Linux environments.

• Experience with VMWare implementation, migration, and maintenance.

• Experience with NetApp and/or Nutanix implementation, migration, and maintenance.

• Experience with system design and architecture.

Clearance and access requirements:

• Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance, to include SCI access and a recent Polygraph (adjudicated within the last 5 years), or must be enrolled in the DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered ; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

• The selected candidate must agree to submit and successfully complete a polygraph reexamination as a condition to retain access to special program(s), and also as a condition of continued employment.

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.

Non-Technical Abilities and Certification Requirements:

• Current IAT Level II certification (ie. Security+, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570 security certification) or greater; certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

• Experience leading a technical team of IT professionals.

• Experience mentoring junior level IT professionals.

• Experience with developing and administering IT Training programs.

• Experience giving technical presentation to technical and non-technical attendees, including executive leadership.

• Experience providing surge support to other programs as needed.

• Active vendor-based IT certifications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in IS related field.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Salary Range: $143,100 - $243,620

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.