Senior Network Architect - Onsite with Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

9/80 schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain high-availability enterprise networks. You will work with customers and vendors to translate business needs into robust solutions, implement security policies, and ensure DoD/NIST compliance.

This on-site role requires strong Cisco expertise, SD-WAN experience, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers comprehensive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to influence a broad

Qualifications

• Requires degree with network engineering experience.
• Experience with Cisco routers/switches, firewalls, wireless tech, and cellular tech.
• Strong TCP/IP knowledge and LAN/WAN protocols.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD/DoD-like security clearances is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and deploy site and enterprise level network solutions.
• Produce design review packages with BOMs and schedules.
• Install and commission Cisco core network equipment.
• Coordinate fiber/copper cabling projects with suppliers and teams.
• Provide Tier 2/3 troubleshooting for WAN, LAN, SD-WAN; ensure 99.9% availability.
• Maintain CMDB documentation and records.
• Liaise with vendors for escalations and onboarding.
• Work with Sunnyvale customers to translate requirements into robust solutions.
• Implement security policies for network segmentation and DoD/NIST guidelines.
• Mentor junior engineers on best practices.

Skills

Cisco equipment expertise

Firewall management

SD-WAN experience

LAN/WAN protocols

Security best practices

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s degree

PhD

Associate’s degree + 7 years experience

Tools

CMDB

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain high-availability enterprise networks. You will work with customers and vendors to translate business needs into robust solutions, implement security policies, and ensure DoD/NIST compliance.

This on-site role requires strong Cisco expertise, SD-WAN experience, and mentoring junior engineers. The position offers comprehensive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to influence a broad