PC Network Support Technician 2/3 - 19316 - Colorado Spring CO

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

401k matching

Great team environment

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs is seeking a PC Network Support Technician 2/3 for on-site, full-time work. The role focuses on ticketing, workstation relocation, and basic diagnostics to support classified IT operations.

Required are an Associate or higher degree with relevant experience and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance. On-site duties include moving equipment and working in a secure environment with planned travel and no telework option.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating Systems, Microsoft Office, and remote deployment methods.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance within a reasonable time.
• Meet U.S.Government 8140 requirements for PC Network Support Tech - IAT level 2 within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage tickets for all support incidents with timely updates.
• Relocate workstations and equipment between campus buildings to minimize disruption.
• Provide basic diagnostics, identify and analyze problems using records.
• Assist with security paperwork and maintain security compliance for hardware/software.
• Maintain accurate hardware inventory in asset tracking system.

Skills

IT hardware

Remote admin

Troubleshooting

Active Directory

Security clearance

Ticketing systems

VMware VDI

ServiceNow

JIRA

PC deployment

Hardware inventory

Classified env

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Remote deployment

Security+

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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 CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a PC Network Support Technician 2/3

to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Colorado Spring, CO location.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Exhibits good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers.
• Establishes and maintains high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.
• Under supervision, performs the following tasks as assigned.
• Creates and manages tickets for all support incidents, reviewing trouble ticket queue, ensuring timely updates, accurate documentation, and compliance to resolve tickets within established guidelines.
• Performs relocation of workstations and associated equipment for individual users or teams between campus buildings, installing and configuring equipment so operations resume with minimal disruption.
• Provide basic diagnostics, identified, isolates and analyzes problems utilizing historical records.
• Resolves technical problems and answers queries by telephone, in support of internal and/or outside customer computer hardware, software, network, and telecommunications systems.
• Uses Active Directory or similar tools to create and unlock user/computer account, perform password resets, following all security policies and procedures
• Assist with paperwork and tasks to meet security requirements, adhering to all security regulations for installing, maintaining, and retiring PCs as related to hardware/software, and collaborates with Security to resolve classified data spillage incidents.
• Maintains accurate inventory records in the asset tracking system for all hardware assets (PCs, monitors, phones, peripherals, etc.) and updates status whenever equipment is deployed, moved, repaired, or retired.
• Possess a technical understanding of service desk and IT Operations fundamentals
• Participates in new installations, testing and special projects as needed.
• Spend significant portions of the day away from the desk supporting users and moving equipment.
• Raises issues that require senior level attention or involvement.
• Lifts and moves equipment up to 50 pounds.

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

Basic Qualifications For Level 2

• Associate's degree and 0 years of relevant experience is required; OR High School diploma (or equivalent) and 2 years of relevant experience.

Basic Qualifications For Level 3

• Bachelor's Degree with 0 years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree and 2 years of relevant experience is required; OR High School diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant experience.

Additional Basic Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Desktop Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Product Suites, and remote deployment methods
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret (at a minimum) security clearance within a reasonable amount of time.
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements for a PC Network Support Tech - IAT level 2 (Security +) within 6 months of hire date.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 years of experience with IT related hardware in a classified environment
• Active Secret, Top Secret, SCI, SAP/SAR access
• Security+ CE certification
• Proficiency in remote administration and troubleshooting of desktop PCs
• Familiarity with Active Directory, creating user and computer accounts
• Operating System Cross-platform awareness ((i.e. two or more: Windows, Linux, Solaris, OSX, UNIX, etc.)
• Knowledge of supporting a VMWare VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)
• Familiarity with ticketing systems (ServiceNow, JIRA)

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.

CIDO

Primary Level Salary Range: $46,700.00 - $77,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $58,300.00 - $97,100.00

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.