Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.   The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Principal Computer Systems Analyst - Windows to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Rolling Meadows, IL location . Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Perform as a Principal Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts. • Exhibits good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers. • Establishes and maintains 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 oral format. • Support multiple networks, ensuring necessary Windows administration tasks are completed; coordinate with others as necessary, working under minimal direction. • Maintain operations of multi-user computer systems working with system engineers, PC desktop technicians, networking engineers, project managers, end users, and IT/Cyber management. • Assist with the review of internal customer requirements, making recommendations for hardware, software, and system component purchases. • Maintain and provide reliability of systems through installation, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management. • Ensure system compliance via Group Policy or other technologies. • Provide and maintain backup and recovery services; manage file systems and disk space; manage virus protection on a routine basis. • Test new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact. • Develop and maintain technical documentation of system processes and procedures. • Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases, supporting Computer Security with inputs to documentation, as required. • Maintain 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, fir