Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows

About the role

Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Sunnyvale, CA location.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows in support of classified government contracts
• Exhibit good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers
• Establish and maintain customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies
• Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and verbal format
• Support multiple networks, ensuring necessary Windows administration tasks are completed; coordinate with others as necessary, working under minimal direction
• Maintain operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management
• Assist with review of internal customer requirements, making recommendations for hardware, software, and system component purchases
• Maintain and provide reliability of systems through installation, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management
• Ensure system compliance via Group Policy or other technologies
• Provide and maintain backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis
• Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact
• Develop and maintain technical documentation of system processes and procedures
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases, supporting Computer Security with inputs to documentation, as required
• Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)
• 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
• Support environments by means of ticketing requirements systems (ServiceNow, JIRA, etc.)
• Raise issues that require senior level attention or involvement
• Lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds
• Work after hours and on weekends, as needed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or a PhD with 0 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent may be considered in lieu of a completed degree
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Security+CE certification as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Secret/Top Secret/SCI/polygraph and current SAP/SAR access
• Current Security+ CE certification
• Windows Server Administration experience to include Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP and other services
• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
• Knowledge of networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs and VTCs
• Experience with creating, maintaining, and deploying system images in a LAN and up to an enterprise environment
• Current working virtualization experience
• Knowledge of Backup solutions (Cohesity, Veritas, etc.) and SAN storage systems
• Experience with environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk)
• Experience in scripting
• Operating System Cross-platform awareness (i.e. two or more: Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, UNIX, etc.)
• Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Phenomenal learning opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• Friendly team environment
• Exceptional benefits/healthcare
• 9/80 work schedule
• Great 401k matching program
• Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
• Annual bonuses designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results
• Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions
• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Pay

Salary range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00. 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.