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Northrop Grumman Sr Principal Linux System Administrator in Redondo Beach, California
Support our entire enterprise and build the networks, staff the teams, and develop the processes that will keep us defining what's possible. We have opportunities across our enterprise with 90,000 team members throughout the world. The only limit to your growth is your ambition and drive. We want to empower you to bring your best, with resources, support, and talented team members that will launch your career.
Northrop Grumman Enterprise Services is seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in the Redondo Beach, CA area. Roles and responsibilities include:
Perform as the Primary Linux Systems Administrator for a classified enterprise network designing, installing, and maintaining the enterprise Linux infrastructure, servers and workstations
Provide leadership to a team of Linux Administrators supporting Linux operating systems
Installing, hardening, and patching Linux operating systems
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
Support multiple networks. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed; direct others as necessary
Analyze internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solution 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, and 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
Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions
Work after hours and weekends when operational situation warrants or to avoid user impact from changes
ESCOS
ITS3500
#LI-MP1
ESLinux/Windows
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
PhD with 4 years of IT experience; OR a Master's degree with 7 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 9 years of IT experience; OR an Associates degree with 11 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 13 years of IT experience is required
Must have at least 2 years of server administration experience with Linux, RedHat, or RHEL
Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level 2 baseline certification (example: Security+ CE); OR must have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date
Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work after hours, and weekends, as needed
Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance in order to be considered
Preferred Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a STEM related discipline, a Linux certification, a Security+ CE, and 10 years of experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) server administration in a DSS or JSIG classified environment
Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
Experience with Trusted Guard
Redhat System Administration certification(s)
Experience with NAS storage device (preferably NetApp) administration (ONTAP 8.x or higher ; CDOT)
Solid understanding of Enterprise-level storage concepts to include all commonly-used RAID-levels
Redhat Satellite Server (version 5 and version 6) configuration and usage experience
Solid understanding of remediating security vulnerabilities ; Experience hardening Redhat systems in accordance with RMF and STIGs
Identity Management (Single Sign-On) experience
VMware and ESXi (6.x or higher) configuration and management experience
Experience with host-based firewall implementations and configuration (Redhat "iptables")
Experience building custom "rpm" software packages for Redhat platforms
Windows (7, 10) administration experience; Windows Server 2008/2012 experience; Group Policies(GPOs) experience; Active Directory management experience
Solid writing skills and use of Wiki pages and Sharepoint sites for documentation
DoD 8570 Certification in a primary OS (Windows, Linux, Cisco)
Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP or similar security certification
Top Secret clearance with SAP/SAR access level highly desirable
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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Job Category : Information Technology
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