Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Administrator (AHT)

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a multi-skilled, self-motivated, energetic individual to work at our Colorado Springs, CO location as a Principal/Senior Principal Systems Administrator supporting the JTAGS program. As a member of this team, you will primarily focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Systems Administration and secondarily perform as a Windows Systems Administrator. The team manages the hardware, software, network, and security for both RHEL and Windows systems located in Colorado Springs and internationally. Systems Administrators partner with teams such as Cyber, Systems Engineering, Sustainment, Software Development, and others to accomplish the mission. The role will include Sustainment duties associated with the current system and Development projects planned for future capabilities. Roles and Responsibilities: Perform as a Windows and Linux System Administrator for a classified government contract. Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, system engineers, project managers, and IT management. Support multiple networks and ensure necessary IT administration tasks are completed. Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user and impact. Assist with developing and maintaining of technical processes and procedures as needed. Assist maintaining security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Cyber Security team. Read, modify, and create shell scripts. Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, and system components. Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approach to solutions.