Computer Operations Analyst - Linux 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Space Operations organization is seeking a Computer Operations Analysts – Linux Systems Admin for its Chandler, AZ location. The selected candidate’s primary focus will be Linux administration support and enclave compliance activities. Strong Windows skills are desired, as well.

Job duties will include:

Developing computer systems specifications that address business requirements and that fit with the company's system architecture standards. Establish and document system parameters and formats, ensure hardware and software systems compatibility and coordinates and/or modifies system parameters in terms of existing and projected computer capacity and capabilities. Revise existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage.

Additional responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for computers and associated networks
• Provide client and server hardware or software support
• Connect clients, servers, and terminals to existing data networks
• Instruct users in the use of hardware and networks
• Investigates information, network, and communications needs of users, and makes recommendations regarding software and hardware purchases
• Assist InfoSec with DFARS, CMMS compliance responsibilities

Specific responsibilities supporting Engineering and Manufacturing Operations:

• Off-network and lab environments - setup, maintenance, compliance and vulnerability remediation; support client and server domain migration
• Engineering and Manufacturing system support - setup, maintenance, troubleshoot compliance and vulnerability remediation
• Setup and configure rack mount workstations
• Server application support
• Engineering application support - install, configure, and troubleshoot engineering applications
• Network data port activation and testing
• Lifting equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
• Working after hours, and weekends, as needed
• Other duties as required

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.

This position may be filled at either level 2, or level 3 (Principal level) based on the below skills, experience, education, and certification requirements.

Basic Qualifications (for level 2):  

• Master's degree with 0 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 1 years of IT experience; OR an Associate degree with 3 years of IT experience; OR a HS Diploma / GED (or equivalent) with 4 years of IT experience is required  
• Must have Linux systems administration experience (RedHat Enterprise Linux is preferred)
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 IAT level II requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Computer Operations Analyst-Linux (examples: Security+, CND, CCNA-Security); OR must have the ability to obtain the certification within 6 months of start date as a condition of continued employment in this position
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