Secret-Cleared Network Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Excellent benefits

401k matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a network engineer with security clearance to support classified contracts. Responsibilities include configuring Cisco routers/switches/firewalls, maintaining LAN/WAN/VPNs, and designing complex network architectures.

Strong emphasis on security, compliance, and cross-team collaboration in a high-stakes environment. Candidates should have a Security+ or higher, relevant degree(s), and the ability to obtain/maintain access to Special Programs.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 0 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 4 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma with 6 years of relevant experience
• Must have a Security+ certification or greater
• Current US Government Secret level security clearance required to be considered
• Experience designing and maintaining LAN/WAN networks and Cisco hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)

Responsibilities

• Perform Network Communications activities in support of classified government contracts
• Maintains smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs
• Plans, designs, configures, and installs network hardware in support of customer requirements
• Install and configure Cisco routers, switches and firewalls
• Implement and troubleshoot LAN/WAN technologies (VLANs, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF)
• Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems; after-hours/weekend support as needed

Skills

Security clearance

Security+

Networking

VMware networking

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

High School Diploma

Tools

Cisco routers/switches/firewalls

VMware vSphere/ESXi

WireShark

Office/Visio/Project/Excel

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a network engineer with security clearance to support classified contracts. Responsibilities include configuring Cisco routers/switches/firewalls, maintaining LAN/WAN/VPNs, and designing complex network architectures.

Strong emphasis on security, compliance, and cross-team collaboration in a high-stakes environment. Candidates should have a Security+ or higher, relevant degree(s), and the ability to obtain/maintain access to Special Programs.