Full-Time

HPC System Administrator / Principal HPC System Administrator

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$81.3k - $150.5kAnnually

+ Bonus

Entry, Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Halethorpe, MD, USA + 1 more

More locations: Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
System Administration
IT & Security
Required Skills
Linux/Unix
Requirements
  • Bachelors degree with 2 years' relevant experience; 0 years’ experience with a Master’s Degree. Will consider 4 years additional experience in lieu of degree.
  • Linux systems administration proficiency
  • Basic knowledge and experience with networking concepts
  • Basic knowledge and experience with file systems
  • Basic knowledge and experience with user management
  • Basic knowledge and experience with system security
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI clearance with full scope poly
  • Bachelors degree with 5 years' relevant experience; 3 years' experience with a Master’s Degree; 1 year with PhD. Will consider 4 years additional experience in lieu of degree.
  • Active TS/SCI with full-scope polygraph security clearance
  • IAT Level II certification
  • Red Hat Linux systems administration experience
  • Knowledge and experience with concepts of high-performance computing system operations, including cluster management, multi-user login environments, job scheduling, and networked file systems
  • Knowledge and experience maintaining compliance with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
  • Knowledge and experience with compiling software
  • Knowledge and experience monitoring and maintaining high-performance compute cluster hardware
  • Experience with MPI, high-speed low-latency network fabrics, parallel file systems, and/or GPUs
  • Exhibited ability to contribute to a team of technical professionals
Responsibilities
  • Support operation of a high-performance compute cluster
  • Investigate, diagnose, and resolve acute system faults
  • Maintain software deployments
  • Maintain security compliance
  • Monitor and maintain hardware
  • Interface with user support staff

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions primarily for government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. The company specializes in areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, which encompasses command, control, communications, computers, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Their products and services are developed through extensive research and development, manufacturing, and integration of advanced technologies. Northrop Grumman stands out from competitors by focusing on long-term contracts that ensure a steady revenue stream, leveraging its expertise and proven track record in the highly specialized aerospace and defense market. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position by continuously innovating and providing comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Northrop Grumman's continuous innovation, exemplified by the Jackal missile and M230LF chain gun, positions it as a leader in cutting-edge defense technology.
  • The company's long-term contracts with government clients ensure a steady revenue stream and financial stability.
  • Significant investments in R&D and partnerships, such as the ammunition production line in Lithuania, offer growth opportunities and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive bidding process for government contracts can lead to revenue volatility if Northrop Grumman fails to secure key deals.
  • Dependence on government contracts makes the company vulnerable to changes in defense budgets and political priorities.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman's focus on advanced autonomous systems and AI capabilities, such as the FAAD ABM, sets it apart in the defense sector by enhancing real-time decision-making for warfighters.
  • The company's diversified revenue streams across Aerospace Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services provide stability and resilience against market fluctuations.
  • Northrop Grumman's strategic partnerships, like the one with Lithuania for ammunition production, expand its global footprint and strengthen international alliances.

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