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Linux System Administrators Careers - Baltimore Invitational

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

Description

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.

Northrop Grumman’s Chief Information and Digital Office is seeking well-qualified Linux System Administrators to join its dynamic team of technical professionals across the United States. Individuals possessing the clearance level and systems administration experience detailed below should apply and enter career discovery about our openings.

This posting is not for a specific role. It is for you to speak with a Talent Advisor here at Northrop Grumman.

Linux Systems Administrator:

  • Manage and maintain secure operation of Linux servers and workstations for a large classified government contract. 
  • Support both physical and virtual Linux hosts; installing, hardening, and patching Linux operating systems, workstations, and applications for several program or project areas.

Principal Linux Systems Administrator

  • Serve as primary Linux Systems Administrator for a large classified government contract.
  • Assist with developing and maintaining technical processes and procedures as needed.
  • Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Cyber Security team.
  • Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts

Sr. Principal Linux Systems Administrator

  • Serve as a Project Lead analyzing internal and external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems.
  • Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, hardening, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.

Basic Qualifications by level:

  • Linux Systems Administrator - Associate’s degree with 4 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
  • Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Associate’s degree with 7 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
  • Sr. Principal Linux Systems Administrator - Associate’s degree and 11 years of experience, or Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of experience, or Master’s degree with 7 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 13 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

Background and Experience Needed For All System Administrator Positions:

  • Experience maintaining Classified Linux Domains to include Linux server.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company as a condition of continued employment.
  • Currently valid Security+CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570 security certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire date; certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.

Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $130,000.00Salary Range 2: $107,800.00 - $181,300.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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DATE POSTED
April 18, 2025

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