Principal Configuration Analyst (Active TS/SCI clearance)

Northrop Grumman; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Tampa, FL seeks a Principal Configuration Analyst to lead configuration management across complex programs on-site. You will develop policies, maintain documentation, and manage inventories while ensuring compliance with contract standards.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance, DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher, and a strong background in data repositories and version control. Northrop Grumman offers robust benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's or 4-year equivalent with experience in IT and security.
• Experience with configuration management, data documentation, and auditing.
• Ability to read schematics and manage data repositories.
• Familiarity with version control and change management tools.
• US citizenship and active security clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement configuration management policies and procedures.
• Coordinate projects across diverse teams for efficient operations.
• Audit and maintain documentation to meet contract standards.
• Manage inventory of hardware, software, devices, and networks.
• Collaborate across teams to improve procedures and compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Proactive

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Master's Degree + 3 years IT experience

Bachelor's Degree + 5 years IT experience

Associate's Degree + 7 years IT experience

High School Diploma + 9 years IT experience

Tools

MS Visio

Atlassian Tool Suite

SharePoint

Azure DevOps Server

Git

Bitbucket

Jenkins

Artifactory

Rational Team Concert

Rational ClearCase

VCenter

Nexus Sonatype

Cisco Router configurations

VPN configurations

Active Directory security groups

GPO Policies

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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.

Introduction for Northrop Grumman

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued. Start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Introduction for Mission Systems

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. 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’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Configuration Analyst based out of Tampa, FL.

Please Note

• Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

Responsibilities

What You’ll get to Do

The scope of this position includes but is not limited to:

• Develop and implement comprehensive configuration management policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and streamline projects across diverse teams to ensure efficient operations.
• Audit and maintain documentation to ensure compliance with contract standards.
• Manage inventory, including hardware, software, devices, computers, and networks.
• Apply detailed knowledge of processes in accordance with customer contract requirements and collaborate with multiple teams to enhance procedures.

To Be Successful In This Position You Will Need

• Strong organizational skills with a focus on process improvement.
• Ability to solve problems independently and with attention to detail.
• Analytical skills and flexibility to adapt to different environments.
• Proactive approach to daily tasks and exceptional communication skills.
• Capability to work independently and efficiently.

This position will assist in the development of enterprise solutions that align with best practices to support mission critical objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of IT experience is required.
• US Citizenship
• Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance to be considered. TS/SCI clearance must be in place by the start date and must stay in place through employment.
• Must possess a current DoD 8570 Certification for IAT Level II or higher prior to start date (example: Security+ CE)
• Experience maintaining the folder structure of large data repositories.
• Experience in creating Software and Hardware Configuration Management plans, data migration documentation, and maintaining version control artifacts.
• Experience reading schematics, populating multiple databases, and using software such as MS Visio for project documentation.
• Experience with change control of artifacts and conducting periodic audits for verification.
• Experience following labeling standards and tracking all configuration changes and inventory information in Excel spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with delivering Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) documents to the customer
• Experience reviewing equipment room facilities which include hardware and software devices, computers, and networks
• Experience with version control and change management tools such as Atlassian Tool Suite, SharePoint, Microsoft Azure DevOps Server (ADS), Git, BitBucket, IBM Rational Team Concert (RTC), and/or IBM Rational ClearCase, Synergy, Jenkins, Artifactory)
• Experience with software and networking version control including Cisco Router configurations, Firewall security policies, VPN Configurations, Linux service configurations, Active Directory security groups, GPO Policies, STIG security requirements, VCenter permissions
• Experience overseeing the management of binaries and artifacts using Nexus Sonatype
• Agile or SCRUM Certification is preferred.

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, and much more!

Additional Northrop Grumman Information

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We stride to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.