Secret-Cleared Principal Network Communications Lead

Northrop Grumman; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking a Network Communications professional to join our Ellsworth AFB, SD team. The role involves real-time support for ground network systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing connectivity issues and performing field integration and repair.

The position requires a security clearance (Secret) and willingness to work a flexible schedule including on-call hours. 25% travel is expected to support mission operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a 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.

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).

Skills

Network Communications

Security Plus

STIG Compliance

LAN/WAN Design

Encryption Devices

Network Analysis

MS Office

Flex Schedule

Clearance Transfer

Education

High School diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

TACLANES

WireShark

OPNET

SolarWinds

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Sector is seeking a Network Communications professional to join our Ellsworth AFB, SD team. The role involves real-time support for ground network systems during flight operations and maintenance, addressing connectivity issues and performing field integration and repair.

The position requires a security clearance (Secret) and willingness to work a flexible schedule including on-call hours. 25% travel is expected to support mission operations.