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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Linthicum Heights, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $123,400.0 - $185,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Antivirus Softwares, Apple Mac Systems, Backup Devices, Unix, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Firmware, Subnetting, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Windows Servers, Routing, Windows Domain, SAP (Applications), Information Technology Security Auditing, Software Requirements Analysis, Solaris (Operating System), Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtualization Technology, Data Logging, Computer Equipment, Information Technology, SolarWinds (Software), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Splunk, Cisco - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gpg5he ## About the Role + Associate's degree with 10 years of relevant experience, or a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience, or a PhD with 4 years of relevant experience; a High School diploma or equivalent with 12 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree. + Applicants must have an active U.S. Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the DoD Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP) in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. + The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance as a condition of continued employment. + Experience with designing and maintaining Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions in a classified environment. + Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8750 equivalent) for a Sr. Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Security+; the required certification must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. **Preferred Qualifications** : + Experience with Windows Server Administration to include Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and other services. + Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments, + Experience with networking, including subnets, routing, VLANs and VTCs; Cisco experience and/or certification. + Experience with the creation, maintenance, and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment. + Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment. + Experience working in virtualized environments. + Experience with deploying and maintaining Backup solutions (Cohesity, Vertias, etc.) and SAN storage systems. + Experience with environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk). + Experience in scripting and automation. + Operating System Cross-platform awareness (i.e. two or more: Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, UNIX, etc.). + Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes. ## Description The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a **Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst** to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Linthicum, Maryland location. The responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to the following: + Perform as a **Senior Computer Systems Analyst** in support of classified government contracts. + Communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and verbal format. + Establish and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies. + Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and verbal format. + Oversee and lead the reliable operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management. + Analyze and make recommendations to internal and external customer requirements, and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems. + Recommend and implement system enhancements, to include automation, that will improve the performance of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. + Ensure compliant and reliable backup and recovery services, manage file systems and disk space, and manage virus protection on a routine basis. + Test and oversee new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. + Lead the development and documentation of technical processes and procedures. + Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors, and evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions. + Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases and report security relevant statuses accordingly. + Ensure accurate security audit and logging information on all classified networked and standalone computers as directed by the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM). + Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) ## Related Articles - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking)