Principal Cyber Systems Network Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

The Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems CyberOps team is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. This position is located in Melbourne, FL.

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to the following:

• Maintaining smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs.

• Planning, designing, configuring, and installing network hardware in support of customer requirements.

• Maintaining technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware / software interconnection, as well as interfaces, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc.

• Proposing technical solutions to management.

• Ensuring all communication requirements (based on current usage and future needs) are configured to optimize cost savings.

• Creating and ensuring that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.

• Participating in peer review of network documentation and configurations.

• Providing regular monitoring, and network analysis, regarding short and long-range planning for [in-house] systems.

• Designing networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages.

• Supporting network teams in project designs to clarify project requirements, and providing design solutions, in accordance with standards.

• Performing troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems. 

• Installing and configure various vendors routers, switches and firewalls.

• Providing third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.

• Implementing and troubleshooting Internet Protocol (IP) routing protocols such as EIGRP, BGP, OSPF.

• Interfacing regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.

• Lifting equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of experience in engineering; OR Master of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of experience in engineering; OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university OR PhD in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics discipline from an accredited university with 1 year of experience in engineering.

• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs, prior to the start of employment

• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE).

• Must have work experience with designing and maintaining LAN/WAN based networks, managing routing protocols on large LAN environments, and experience with Cisco hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret, SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access.

• Network+ certification and/or a Cisco CCNA (or a CCNA) or other Network Certification (Palo Alto, etc.) preferred.

• Network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, and firewalls.

• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, SolarWinds, Opnet, etc.).

• Experience with configuring High Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPE) such as taclanes, KD-xx, etc.

• Previous experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices; experience with network challenges associated with systems integration, including COTS integration, capacity analysis and system architecture design.

Salary Range: $104,800.00 - $157,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.