Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst Security Clearance

Position: Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst with Security Clearance
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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.

The Northrop Grumman Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) organization is seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Windows Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will support Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector infrastructure. Note
- The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, at our Northridge, California campus. This is not a virtual position. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
* Perform as a Windows System Administrator for a classified government contract.

* Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format.

* 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.

* Able to support multiple networks. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed; direct others as necessary.

* Analyze internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.

* 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.

* Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.

* Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.

* Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, system components.

* Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.

* Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.

* Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).

* Prepare security documentation for input to Computer Security.

* Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.

* Works under minimal direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions.

* Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.

* Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

* Work after hours, and weekends, as needed. If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!

Basic Qualifications:

* Master's Degree with 6 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of IT experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 10 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of IT experience is required

* Must have a DOD 8140 IAT Level II, or higher, certification (example: Security+ CE); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment

* Experience managing Windows Server OS

* Experience with designing Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions

* Strong Troubleshooting skills

* Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered
* Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Classified Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:

* The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, MCSE (or similar Microsoft cert), and 10 years of Windows Server Administration to include…