Staff Linux Systems Administrator

$143,100 - $243,620/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Linthicum Heights, MD

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Linthicum Heights, MD

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Staff Linux Systems Administrator at Northrop Grumman is a senior-level role responsible for managing and maintaining classified Linux environments for large government contracts. This position requires a subject matter expert who can effectively communicate with stakeholders, oversee system implementation, and ensure compliance with information systems standards. The role involves hands-on technical work, project management, and mentoring junior IT professionals, all while working on-site at the Linthicum and Annapolis Junction campuses.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a consulting Senior Lead Linux Administrator and subject matter expert for classified government contracts.
• Analyze customer requirements and recommend equipment and software for system implementation.
• Oversee system implementation and accreditation processes.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders in both written and verbal formats.
• Track project status and provide support as needed.
• Implement system enhancements to improve performance, reliability, and security.
• Develop and maintain technical processes and procedures as required.
• Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and work after hours and weekends as necessary.

Requirements

• Associate's degree with 14 years of experience, Bachelor's degree with 12 years, Master's degree with 10 years, or PhD with 8 years of experience; High School diploma with 16 years of experience may be considered.
• Experience operating under and managing systems within applicable information systems compliance standards.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining classified Linux environments.
• Experience with VMWare implementation, migration, and maintenance.
• Experience with NetApp and/or Nutanix implementation, migration, and maintenance.
• Experience with system design and architecture.
• Current DOD Top Secret level security clearance with SCI access and a recent Polygraph.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Information Systems related field.
• Active vendor-based IT certifications.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning opportunities
• Exposure to a variety of projects and customers
• 401k matching program
• 9/80 work schedule
• Exceptional healthcare benefits