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Northrop Grumman Global Operations Security is seeking a well-qualified Linux Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals in the Linthicum, MD area. Roles and responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:- Perform as Linux Systems Administrator for a large classified government contract.
- Maintain efficient operations of the entire IT infrastructure including desktops and potentially servers.
- Support multiple networks and ensure necessary IT administration tasks are completed under supervision as necessary.
- Assist with testing new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user and impact.
- Assist with developing and maintaining 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.
- Report project status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
- 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.
- Experience operating under and managing systems within current applicable information systems compliance standards.
- Experience maintaining Classified Windows Domains in effective operations to include fundamental knowledge of Linux desktop support and LDAP or Active Directory (AD) users and computers.
- Assist with the deployment of updates.
- Helpdesk support experience.
- Experience supporting golden image deployment.
- Knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools.
- Currently active DoD Secret security clearance; maintaining the required security clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
- The selected candidate will be required to obtain a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company, and also by customer and/or program requirements; maintaining a SAP clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
- Experience working in team of IT professionals under direct supervision.
- Ability to travel as needed.
- Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.
- Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570 security certification; certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
- Current DoD Top Secret security clearance.