Northrop Grumman
HPCLinuxSystemsAdministrator3/4
“HPC Linux Systems Administrator 3/4 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: HPC Systems Administration, Linux Systems Administration, Security Compliance. Perform Linux Systems Administration. Maintain smooth operation of computer systems”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot issues
Relocation assistance, Clearance required, Secret clearance, 10% travel, Work on-site, Work after hours, Work weekends, Lift up to 40 pounds, Obtain Special Programs access
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate's degree and 7 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience OR Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience OR High School diploma or equivalent and 9 years of related experience, Current US Government Secret security clearance, Ability to obtain access to Special Programs, Current Security + CE certification or obtain within 6 months, Linux Operating Systems support experience, Linux Workstation and Server management experience
Nice to Have
Active Top Secret, SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph, Security+ CE certification, Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware, Experience with architecture and design of HPC systems, Knowledge of HPC technologies, storage, parallel processing, and scientific computing frameworks, Experience building and maintaining high scale distributed systems, Hands-on experience with HPC hardware diagnostic and repair
What You'll Do.
Perform Linux Systems Administration
Maintain smooth operation of computer systems
Support administration tasks
Develop system improvements
Develop system upgrades
Develop system solutions
Recommend system enhancements
Implement system enhancements
Manage virus protection
Create computer accounts
Modify file permissions
Modify security access lists
Document technical processes
Document technical procedures
Purchase system components
Adhere to security guidelines
Maintain security audit
Maintain logging information
Prepare security documentation
Report project status
Determine approach to solutions
Develop approach to solutions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with System Engineering; Interact with team members; Meet with team members; Discuss with team members; Interact with suppliers; Meet with suppliers; Discuss with suppliers; Interact with customers; Meet with customers; Discuss with customers; Interact with vendors; Meet with vendors; Discuss with vendors
Communication Scope
Written communication; Oral communication
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