Principal Network Communications - Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. seeks a Network Communications professional to support real-time ground systems during flight operations, troubleshoot and deploy network equipment, and collaborate with engineers and MOBs for issue resolution in a dynamic military environment.

The role includes 24/7 on-site coverage, field integration, and adherence to security standards. Clear understanding of LAN/WAN design and encryption tech is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED and 6 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or an Associate’s Degree and 4 years of relevant Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of Network Communications/Administration experience; or a Master’s Degree.
• Current CompTIA Security Plus (or higher) certification.
• Experience with STIG compliance.
• Experience designing and maintaining LAN, WAN, and Cloud based networks.
• Experience with configuring, installing, and maintaining network hardware.
• Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES).
• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. Wireshark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Must be willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days- a-week, and 365 days a year.
• Your ability to Obtain and/or Transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Responsibilities

• Provide real time support for network Ground Systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing any issues related to communications and networking to include fault isolation, remediation, and resolution.
• Account for, control, and deploy equipment.
• Work with partners to resolve connectivity issues and data movement issues between Ground Systems and external networks.
• Perform field integration, troubleshooting, and repair of communications systems in military flight operations environment, including operations on flightline, in a hangar, and in command-and-control centers.
• Adherence to checklists and procedures to ensure repeated success and providing redlines to procedures when necessary.
• Work with a team to provide 24/7 on-site support for network operations of the Ground Communications Interface.
• Provide local network management support through updates, configurations, security patches, drawings, and feedback to the Responsible Engineers (REs).
• Communicate complex technical issues to local support, Main Operation Bases (MOBs), and Responsible Engineers (REs).
• Support and lead air crew engagement for proper techniques in solving complex analysis of technical problems that arise during operations.
• Assist with trend analysis as needed for Responsible Engineers (REs).
• Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data and definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration.
• Take responsibility for the testing, maintenance, and integration of Comms and Networks equipment required to support ground and flight operations.
• Work with system admins, maintainers, and onsite personnel to troubleshoot and repair any internal operational issues.

Skills

LAN/WAN network design

Network troubleshooting

Security compliance (STIG)

Cloud networking

Network hardware configuration

Network analysis tools (Wireshark, Opn

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Wireshark

Opnet

SolarWinds

TACLANES encryption devices

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. seeks a Network Communications professional to support real-time ground systems during flight operations, troubleshoot and deploy network equipment, and collaborate with engineers and MOBs for issue resolution in a dynamic military environment.

The role includes 24/7 on-site coverage, field integration, and adherence to security standards. Clear understanding of LAN/WAN design and encryption tech is expected.