Systems Administrator 3

Description:
Position requires a current TS/SCI Clearance w/ Full Scope Polygraph Northrop Grumman Information Systems sector is seeking a Systems Administrator Level 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Herndon and Chantilly, VA. Transforming the future of technology depends upon a highly diversified, fast-paced team. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Media Analysis Team.

Roles and Responsibilities:
Maintains smooth operation of multi-user, multi-vendor environment Sets up user, administrator and service accounts, maintains system documentation, tunes system performance, installs system wide software and allocates mass storage space Interacts with users and provides desktop support Installation, configuration, administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of servers, workstations, and associated peripheral equipment Schedules, documents and oversees data backups Installs, configures and manages network connectivity devices (i.e. switches and hubs) and ensures reliable connectivity for attached devices Research and provide updates to multiple computers on different platforms designed specifically for program activities Evaluates vendor products and provides recommendations to management Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources Maintains Cisco VPN Responsible for the C&A process for program software Responsible for designing and implementing all program information security controls Additionally responsible for various office logistical functions, such as inventory etc. Available 24/7 to respond to network outages and failures Minimum Qualifications: To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below: Bachelors degree 5 years IC experience Hold an active Information Security Certification such as GSEC or CISSP Experience in maintaining Cisco networking equipment Experience in maintaining Windows servers, Windows Desktops and Linux servers as well as Microsoft products Experience with Customer Information Security regulations, policies and procedures Experience with communications security equipment Experience with customer C&A policies and procedures Experience with IT support for enterprise software development Experience supporting multiple user requests at the same time. Position requires a current TS/SCI Clearance w/ Full Scope Polygraph Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration: Experience in Active Directory, Exchange and LDAP Experience with OS X and Open Directory. Experience in Java Systems administration related certifications Position prefers a candidate with a CCNA, CCNP or CCIE Certification Experience in maintaining and installing open-source and commercial web applications Experience with Final Cut Server Have a multimedia background with some exposure to Protools, Final Cut Pro, Light Wave, 3d Studio Max, Adobe CS3-4. Applicant must have strong interpersonal skills, and be able to effectively communicate technical concepts to others. Applicant will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. U.S. citizenship required. Northrop Grumman Corporation will consider qualified college graduates, regardless of age. For a listing of all Northrop Grumman open positions, please visit our website at www.careers.northropgrumman.com Security Clearance Required.