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Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP)

Sr. Principal Computer Systems Architect (Active TS Required)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP), Linthicum, Maryland, United States,


Northrop Grumman Space Systems

is seeking a

Sr. Principal Computer Systems Architect

to support the network and data collection, processing, and storage infrastructure to support the Assembly, Integration and Test (AI&T) of a production Space Payload program. This position will support our Remote Sensing Programs (RSP) Business Unit in Linthicum, MD. This is an on-site role.

Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage Linux, Windows, VMware, and AWS environments to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security

Design, implement, and maintain system architectures, including virtualization, cloud integration, and disaster recovery strategies

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute system upgrades, data migration, and security patches

Monitor system health, diagnose and resolve technical issues, and implement proactive measures to prevent disruptions

Configure and manage AWS services, ensuring scalability, cost efficiency, and adherence to best practices

Provide advanced technical support to end-users, offering timely and effective solutions to complex challenges

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures using Atlassian Confluence, Jira, and Bitbucket

Operation and support of IT and network hardware and software across all program locations (limited travel required)

Manage a team of Data Center Administrators to maintain system functionality

Decompose and prioritize work to enable team members to accomplish tasks

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of relevant experience, or 7 years of relevant experience with MS. Or 4 years and Ph.D.

Proven expertise in administrating Linux (CentOS, Red Hat), Windows (10, Server 2019), VMware (vSphere 7), and AWS cloud services

Strong understanding of virtualization technologies, cloud computing concepts, and networking protocols

Experience with Confluence, Jira, and Bitbucket

Must have an Active Top-Secret clearance to be considered with ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, VMware Certified Professional, or equivalent certifications

TS/SCI clearance

Salary Range:

$127,000 - $190,600

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