Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows

About the role

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows to support information system lifecycle activities. This position requires on-site, full-time work at our San Diego, 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.
• Aid in the review of internal customer requirements and make 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, and 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 weekends, as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's degree with 7 years of experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions.
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered; the selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Principal Computer Systems Analyst – Security+ CE certification; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with 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.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Energetic approach.
• Patience with customers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Benefits

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Exceptional learning opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• A very friendly team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Annual bonuses
• Discretionary bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

Pay

The CIDO Primary Level Salary Range for this position is $103,600.00 - $155,400.00.

Schedule

This position requires on-site, full-time work at our San Diego, CA location.