Sr. Principal VMware Systems Administrator

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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators, who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an expert VMWare systems administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in Linthicum, MD and Annapolis Junction, MD. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, with time split between our Linthicum, MD and Annapolis Junction, MD campuses, and that this is not a remote work opportunity. Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: Perform as VMWare systems administrator for large, classified government contracts. Obtain and analyze internal and external customer requirements, recommend equipment and software as needed, and oversee system implementation and accreditation. Navigate complex system configurations and implement enhancements that will improve the performance, reliability, and security of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed. Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components. Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in written and verbal formats. Ensure all aspects of large IT projects are tracked and completed independently or assigned to others as necessary. Develop and maintain technical processes and procedures as needed. Travel as needed. Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Work after hours and weekends as needed.