Deployable 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. Are you interested in expanding your career through experience and exposure, all the while supporting a mission that seeks to ensure the security of our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman may be the place for you. As a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions to customers worldwide, Northrop Grumman offers an extraordinary portfolio of capabilities and technologies. Here at Northrop Grumman, we are comprised of professionals that bring different perspectives, are curious about the world, accepting of each other, and understand that the more ideas, backgrounds, and experiences we bring to our work then the more innovative we can be. As we continue to build our talented workforce, we look for professionals that exemplify our core values, leadership characteristics, and approach to innovation. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Level 2 System Administrator to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located on-site in Edwards AFB, CA. This position does not offer telework or remote work possibilities. The day-to-day functions of this position are to: Prepare and support team members, who are currently on work-related travel for back-end support; with maintaining smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including interfacing with users to diagnose and resolve issues, open trouble tickets, and coordination with senior network administrators. Ancillary duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocating mass storage space. Supporting operations at globally dispersed locations and be willing to travel to locations to support with short notice. Offers will be contingent upon ability to receive program access. Job Responsibilities/Duties • Support establishment of the Windows Server security infrastructure design, implementation, and migration planning and fielding. • Provide support for Microsoft Windows Server 2016/ 2019 platform and functions • Manage SCCM/ MECM platform to support customer requests for agent installation and tuning monitors and rules. • Participate in new installations, testing and special projects as needed. • Exhibit excellent communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers. • Perform as a Windows System Administrator for a classified government contract. • Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format. • Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management. • Able to support multiple networks. Ensure necessary administration tasks are completed, working in a solo or team-based environment; as necessary. • 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. • Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists. • Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. • Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed. • Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases. • Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). • Prepare security documentation for Cyber Security review and approval. • Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts. Works under minimal direction and independently determines and develops approach to solutions.