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# Systems Administrator

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $75,800.0 - $113,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Microsoft Exchange Server, IT Management, Enterprise Messaging Systems, Windows Servers, Information Technology Security Auditing, Server Administration, Data Logging, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9048157/systems-administrator

## About the Role

* 2 Years of relevant IT experience with a Bachelors degree, 4 years with an Associates, OR 6 years with a High School Diploma.
 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Must have at server administration experience with Windows server.
 * Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

 * Experience with Microsoft Exchange on premise or M365 Exchange Online.
 * Experience with Microsoft Teams.
 * Solid understanding of diagnosing issues with computing services.
 * Solid writing skills and research skills for documentation.

## Description

* Perform as a Messaging System Administrator on large unclassified systems for the Northrop Grumman Enterprise.
 * Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral formats.
 * Maintain smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
 * Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
 * Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
 * Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
 * Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
 * Maintain security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM).
 * Prepare security documentation for Cyber Security team.
 * Work under minimal direction and collaborate with peers to determine and develop approach to solutions.


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