Associate Systems Administrator or Systems Administrator

$65,600 - $118,900/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Santa Rosa, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate Systems Administrator or Systems Administrator role at Northrop Grumman involves working within a team to manage and support systems that are critical to the company's operations. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as technical expertise in system administration, security policies, and network management. The selected candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining systems, while also ensuring compliance with security standards. This role is based onsite in Santa Rosa, CA, and does not support remote work.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and update systems/software, and automate tasks.
• Manage user accounts, enforce access controls, and provide technical support.
• Manage network devices/services, monitor traffic, and troubleshoot issues.
• Implement and enforce security policies, maintain system compliance.
• Identify and diagnose system issues with Windows client/server-based systems and implement solutions to technical problems.
• Document procedures and troubleshooting steps.
• Configure Windows Group Policy to automate required security tasks.
• Occasional weekends/off hours work required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 0 years of experience for Associate Systems Administrator.
• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience within IT or relevant experience for Systems Administrator.
• Experience in automating tasks utilizing scripting and/or orchestration tools.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware and software in a networked environment.
• Familiarity with virtual environments using VMware products (i.e., vCenter, ESXi, etc.).
• Familiarity with networking environments (i.e., routers, firewalls, VLANs, etc.).
• Familiarity with Windows-based Servers (2019, 2022) and Clients (Windows 10/11).
• Familiarity with MS SQL Server (2019, 2022).
• Familiarity with various backup technologies (BackupExec, Veeam, File Replication).
• Familiarity with auditing tools (Splunk, Logparser).
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or equivalent) within 6 months of hire.
• The ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret Security Clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with troubleshooting complex Windows, network, and COTS-related issues.
• Experience managing a virtualized production environment.
• Experience producing system architecture documentation.
• DOD 8570 IAT/IAM Level II security certification.
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), DFARS Clause 252.204-7012 and/or NIST 800-171 Framework.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following languages: PowerShell, Python.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities