Group Policy Object (GPO) Administrator - Expert level Systems Engineer

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Herndon, VA, USA
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Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role
Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration, and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.
At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills, and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer a flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.
In this job, you will be working in a team to maintain, adjust, and configure GPOs.
Day to day:
  • Respond, research, and troubleshoot incident tickets and address system anomalies.
  • Review security scans and remediate findings via the GPOs.
  • Create and implement Group Policy Objects to manage and enforce security settings, software installations, and user experience across the enterprise.
  • Configure GPOs to control user and computer settings, such as password policies, account lockout policies, and software restrictions.
  • Perform regular audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Configure group policy preferences to manage user and computer settings such as mapped drives, printers, and registry settings.
  • Develop and implement GPO risk mitigation:
    • Document new GPO policy changes to include referencing JIRAs, CHG requests or incident numbers.
    • Coordinate changes and outages with operations team.
    • Collaborate with other engineers on policy and compliance efforts.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
This position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and 11 years of relevant experience in an IT environment. In addition, the following abilities are also needed to be successful in the role:
  • Detail oriented and methodical.
  • In-depth knowledge of Windows O/S.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Group Policy.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with creation and deployment of workstation and user GPOs in a Windows environment

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Masters in programming, computer science, or related field.
  • Certifications in:
    • Windows O/S
    • Group Policy Objects (GPO)
    • Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
  • Experience with MECM.
  • Experience with Windows Registry
  • Experience with ServiceNow.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

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  • Parental & Family Support Paid bonding leave is provided in the U.S. (e.g., 160 hours for full-time within the first year), alongside adoption assistance, fertility and surrogacy benefits. Childcare resources and related family supports are also highlighted.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan with company matching is offered, with official materials noting availability across many business units. Investment guidance and planning tools are provided through Empower.

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