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Northrop Grumman (DoD Skillbridge) - Cyber Systems Administrator
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days.
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.
Responsibilities for this internship position are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge.
During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day
- This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:
•Has served at least 180 days on active duty
•Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
•Will receive an honorable discharge
•Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
•Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
•Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
Candidate will be required to satisfy the requirements for a TSA access certification. (Costs will be paid for by Northrop Grumman.)
Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
Responsibilities for this internship requisition position are:
Internship Description:
The Northrop Grumman Military Veteran Program (NG-MVP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MVP is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training and through individual internships during the last 180 days of service. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for SkillBridge.
SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Your unit Commander must authorize participation in NG-MVP prior to start of internship.
NG-MVP is a program that will bridge the gap for transitioning service members and is held 3 times a year at various Northrop Grumman installations around the country. Service members will gain valuable experience and training throughout their internship with a potential opportunity to gain employment with Northrop Grumman upon completion of active duty service obligation.
NG-MVP Eligibility:
•Has served at least 180 days on active duty
•Is within 180 days of separation or retirement
•Will receive an honorable discharge
•Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
•Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Internship Description:
The Northrop Grumman Military Veteran Program (NG-MVP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MVP is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training and through individual internships during the last 180 days of service. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for SkillBridge.
SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Your unit Commander must authorize participation in NG-MVP prior to start of internship.
NG-MVP is a program that will bridge the gap for transitioning service members and is held 3 times a year at various Northrop Grumman installations around the country. Service members will gain valuable experience and training throughout their internship with a potential opportunity to gain employment with Northrop Grumman upon completion of active duty service obligation.
NG-MVP Eligibility:
•Has served at least 180 days on active duty
•Is within 180 days of separation or retirement
•Will receive an honorable discharge
•Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
•Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Internship Description
Northrop Grumman - Chandler, Arizona is seeking a Cyber Systems Administrator
The candidate will be filling a role that requires a broad array of knowledge and skills heavily focused on Systems Administration. The candidate will closely collaborate with cyber systems engineers, electrical engineers, and software engineers supporting GMD Cyber Security program. We're looking for a highly motivated individual with an impeccable work ethic and a strong ability to work in a collaborative fast-moving dynamic team environment.
Your duties and responsibilities include (but not limited to):
Ability to work under limited supervision and complete projects on time and on budget
Coordination with Cyber Systems Engineers.
Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products.
Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation, and provides backup recovery.
Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources.
Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
Perform Systems Administrator duties to maintain the security vulnerability management program as prescribed by the ISSM.
Audit systems and user accounts monthly
Perform monthly ACAS and SCAP (SCC) scans
Maintain hardware and software of lab systems:
Operating Systems:
Windows 10 & 11 SHB
RHEL 7.5 & 8
Collect logs and data to help evaluate and optimize performance
System and software upgrades
System and application patching
Break/fix
Investigations into system level requirements/issues
New system builds/deployments
Anticipate needs of the network and computer systems before setting it up and install new software per change management process
Account related duties:
Creation (mandated by ISSO approval)
Configure group policies and permissions
Disable/deletion based on non-use, terminations or program change
Password resets as required
Troubleshoot GMD system issues:
Hardware
Software/applications
Follow change management process to maintain and generate (as required) documentation of changes to system (e.g., patching, upgrading, etc) and network changes, and provide to ISSO for inclusion in Configuration Baseline.
Support test events for all aspects of systems and software
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field, plus 3 years (or a Master's degree in a related field plus 1 years) of experience in Systems Administration; or in lieu of degree 7 years of Systems Administration experience is required
US Citizenship is required
Ability to obtain U.S. Department of Defense Secret security clearance
Must possess DoD 8570 Certification for IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE)
Experience configuring, administering and maintaining computer systems operating using Windows 7, Windows 10, and Linux (RHEL 7.5 and 8)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience writing scripts (e.g. Batch, Bash, PowerShell, Python) to automate routine tasks
Experience supporting ISSM/ISSO tasks in defense industry or other U.S. government facility.
Experience with configuring, maintaining, and monitoring security devices specifically firewalls, auditing software, and MFA.
Experience with analysis, disposition, and evaluation of both hardware and software.
Experience in the management and maintenance of systems required to satisfy the Certification and Accreditation requirements under the NIST RMF and CSF.
Salary Range: $1 - $1
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority . The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
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