Manager Computer Systems Analysis 1 - TS/SCI

Northrop Grumman Corp.; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 121,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

PTO & holidays

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in East Hartford, CT seeks an experienced Manager Computer Systems Analysis 1 for on-site leadership of cyber professionals and system admins in a classified environment.

The role focuses on A&A processes, government policy implementation, and cross-disciplinary issue resolution. You will mentor staff, maintain secure classified networks, generate reports, and coordinate with vendors while ensuring compliance with TS/SCI requirements and 8570-level certifications.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience; OR a total of 7 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree
• Experience with managing a team, or prior leadership experience, is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Systems Administrator – IAT level II certification at a minimum (examples: Security+ CE, CND, CCNA Security, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CCISO)
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions
• Experience with documentation and configuration management as they pertain to governance & compliance and security controls
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI security clearance (at a minimum), in order to be considered
• Candidate must be ability to obtain, and maintain, a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment in this position

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor Classified Solutions staff of cyber professionals and system admins, desktop techs, and network engineers performing direct administration of Information Systems and associated classified networks.
• Oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A).
• Oversee the implementation of required government policy (i.e., DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) to ensure compliance.
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
• Keep multi-user classified servers and networks running reliably (install, patch, upgrade, monitor, configure).
• Recommend and implement system enhancements, to include automation, that will improve the performance of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Lead creation and upkeep of standard operating procedures, and configuration guides.
• Align support activities with business goals, managing performance metrics and adapting resources as needs change.
• Produce clear written reports and deliver oral briefings for all internal stakeholders and external partners, keeping everyone informed of status, risks, and outcomes.
• Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Analyze and make recommendations to internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems.
• Support customer programs and perform functional management duties based on business needs and performance.

Skills

Team leadership

Security clearance management

Windows domain expertise

Documentation & governance

Vendor coordination

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Active Directory

GPOs

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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 an experienced Manager Computer Systems Analysis 1 to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our East Hartford, Connecticut location.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Lead and mentor Classified Solutions staff of cyber professionals and system admins, desktop techs, and network engineers performing direct administration of Information Systems and associated classified networks.
• Oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
• Oversee the implementation of required government policy (i.e., DAAG, JSIG, ICDs) to ensure compliance.
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
• Keep multi-user classified servers and networks running reliably (install, patch, upgrade, monitor, configure).
• Recommend and implement system enhancements, to include automation, that will improve the performance of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Lead creation and upkeep of standard operating procedures, and configuration guides.
• Align support activities with business goals, managing performance metrics and adapting resources as needs change.
• Produce clear written reports and deliver oral briefings for all internal stakeholders and external partners, keeping everyone informed of status, risks, and outcomes.
• Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Analyze and make recommendations to internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems.
• Support customer programs and perform functional management duties based on business needs and performance.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience; OR a total of 7 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a formal degree
• Experience with managing a team, or prior leadership experience, is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Systems Administrator – IAT level II certification at a minimum (examples: Security+ CE, CND, CCNA Security, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CCISO)
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions
• Experience with documentation and configuration management as they pertain to governance & compliance and security controls
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI security clearance (at a minimum), in order to be considered
• Candidate must be ability to obtain, and maintain, a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment in this position

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, Security+ CE, and 6 years of Server Administration and Information Security experience to include 1 year of managerial or supervisor experience over a small team of IT professionals in a classified environment
• Prior military experience
• CISSP certification
• Experience and familiarity with IT infrastructure (i.e., virtualization, networking, datacenter architecture or systems administration)
• Experience with RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks.
• Current recent Polygraph preferred

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $121,000.00 - $181,600.00

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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.