Senior Systems Administrator
UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeOpportunity:
This is more than just a job; it's a mission.
We are looking for a skilled Senior Systems Administrator to provide technical guidance, design and administration for key business infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, experience supporting enterprise and key business applications, and an understanding of project management methodologies. Candidate will be responsible for delivering advanced technical solutions, contribute to the development of new principles and concepts, and act as advisor to management and customer on advanced technical research studies and applications.
Responsibilities:
Apply subject matter expertise to provide recommendations regarding systems administration to management and guide other team members as needed
Contribute to the planning and development of the overall service
Install, configure, administer, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues as required
Participate as directed by the System Administration Manager in rosters and other arrangements necessary for the delivery of 24/7 services, undertaking responsibilities as part of the Systems Administration Team On-call rota, working flexibly to deliver out-of-hours planned and unplanned network changes
Serve as Systems Administration lead on advanced projects and/or programmes
Contribute to the development of new principles & concepts
Follow, maintain and disseminate approved procedures, including adherence to ISO20000 & ISO27001 standards
Collaborate with vendors for application support, upgrades, and issue resolution.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to deployment, infrastructure, and system performance.
Benefits:
We can offer you flexible hybrid working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.
We are looking for:
Strong technical foundation in several of the following technologies:
VMware vSphere 8.0+
Fiber Channel Storage Technologies - Dell NetApp
Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop and Citrix Netscalar
Amazon Web Services/Azure
Microsoft OS 2019/2022, Exchange and Office 365
SQL Server administration/database concepts - MS SQL 2019
Certificate Authorities Administrative experience
Experience with Linux and Ansible
Experience with Active Directory Federated trusts
Familiarity with project management methodologies including ITIL, AGILE and SCRUM
Sound networking knowledge - TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, MPLS
Security clearance:
Due to the nature of our projects, you must be Sole UK National for this clearance type.
You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance in line with the job role (SC).
Other requirements:
You will be required to travel within the UK to other Northrop Grumman offices and less frequently to our offices within EMEA or the US as required.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Four-Day Work Week
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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