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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: 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. 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 are making history. Northrop Grumman CIDO - Enterprise Classified Solutions is seeking a well-qualified Windows Systems Administrator to join our dynamic team of technical professionals in either Redondo Beach, CA or Rolling Meadows, IL. Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining Windows workstations and servers. • Installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management of systems. • Developing and documenting technical processes and procedures as needed. • Collaborating with other teams: users, network engineers, cybersecurity and IT management. • Participate in special projects and team initiatives • Reviewing trouble ticket queues to identify issues that need to be addressed. • Working through the ticket queue without intervening management direction (self-motivated). • Establishing and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. • Exhibiting good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers. • Work is reviewed for soundness of technical judgment, overall adequacy and accuracy. • Lifting equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. • Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site. Basic Qualifications • Must have at minimum a relevant Masters Degree with 0 years of related experience OR a Bachelors Degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR an Associates Degree with 4 years of relevant experience OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of relevant experience. • Must have At least 2 years of experience with Windows Server OS (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, GPOs) • Must have a current DOD 8570 IAT level 2 baseline certification (example: Security+ CE); OR must have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of start date. • Must have an active DOD Secret level security clearance. Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor of Science or other technical based degree • 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 running and remediating Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) findings on Windows systems • Experience with Windows Active Directory, VMWare, and knowledge of Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) • Scripting experience with PowerShell • Knowledge of enterprise monitoring tools (Trellix/SolarWinds/Splunk) • Knowledge networking protocols, subnetting, VLANs • Windows or VMware Certification (ex. Microsoft, CompTIA, VMware, etc.) Primary Level Salary Range: $77,600.00 - $121,900.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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