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The NOALS team at Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for you to join our team as a IT Systems Engineer based out of Schriever AFB, in Colorado Springs, CO.
What You'll get to Do:
The Information System Tech Analyst will support an operational program environment by helping design/develop new capabilities, troubleshoot/ resolve problems, and support real-time satellite launch events in a dynamic operational environment. As part of the NOPS IT Team, this position maintains the smooth operation of multi-domain multi-user computer systems. You will be responsible for the design, development, maintenance and analysis of Linux systems within your area of responsibility. Establish and documents system parameters and formats, ensure hardware and software systems compatibility and coordinate and/or modify system parameters in terms of existing and projected capacity and capabilities. Revises existing systems and procedures to correct deficiencies and maintain more effective data handling, conversion, input/output requirements, and storage. Support rehearsals and day-of-launch activities. This is a position in which one has the opportunity to work at an operational customer facility in a dynamic environment where one can directly impact the success of an important mission.
Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Northrop Grumman has approximately 85,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 25 countries, we strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs and services in the world.
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Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or other STEM related degree with 5 years of experience; 3 years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD
Complete understanding and application of Linux OS principles, theories and concepts
Experience designing, implementing and maintaining RedHat 6/7 servers
Experience patching Linux systems
Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining system backups
Experience implementing, integrating and maintaining NFS/CIFS file systems
Experience hardening server and client systems using DoD STIGS
Security + or other 8570 approved certification
Active TS/SCI with CI Poly required to start
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Windows OS
Experience implementing and maintain Ansible
Experience or understanding in serial communication
COMSEC experience
Experience using and/or maintaining Atlassian applications: Jira, BitBucket, Confluence, Bamboo
Experience designing/implementing/maintaining a Continuous Integration environment.
Understanding of satellite operations/communications.
Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow for employees to share in company results. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of of benefits including healthcare insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Learn about Northrop Grumman Total Rewards and Benefits.
https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/
Salary Range: $83,600-$125,400
