Sr Principal Network Engineer - Secret

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401k matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Sr. Network Engineer to support information system lifecycle activities. This on-site role is based at San Diego, Redondo Beach, or Palmdale, CA, with 10% travel and a Secret clearance requirement.

The ideal candidate has advanced networking knowledge, Security+ or higher, and experience with design, protocols, and Cisco devices. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits and a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• The ad requires a Master’s Degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s Degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma with 12 years of relevant experience.
• Must have a current US Government Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
• Candidates must be able to obtain access to Special Programs as a condition of employment
• Must have a Security+ certification or greater
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
• Understanding and implementation of IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
• Understanding and implementation of network device configuration and troubleshooting (Cisco IOS/IOS-XE/FirePower/PAN-OS)

Skills

Network design

IPv4/IPv6

BGP/OSPF/EIGRP

Cisco IOS/IOS-XE

Security+ or higher

Network performance troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering

Master's degree with 6 years of relevant experience

Tools

Splunk

Cisco ISE

Cisco SD-WAN

Palo Alto Panorama

SolarWinds

NetBox

NSX-T

Ansible

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. 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 will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Sr. Network Engineer to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at either our San Diego, Redondo Beach, or Palmdale, CA locations.

Note

Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

Basic Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 12 years of relevant experience is required
• Must have a current US Government Secret with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Top Secret Clearance
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment
• Must have a Security+ certification or greater
• Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
• Understanding and implementation of IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
• Understanding and implementation of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE/Fire Power/PANOS)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Network Engineering
• Active Top Secret, SCI, SAP/SAR access, or Polygraph
• Professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNP Service Provider/CCIE or equivalent.
• Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Cisco ISE, Cisco SDWAN, Palo Alto Panorama, SolarWinds, and Netbox. Understanding of cloud and automation tools such as (NSXT, SDWAN, SDA, Ansible)
• Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs.
• Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting.
• Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures.
• Experience with complex multi-mesh hybrid HAIPE topologies managed via orchestration tools such as GemOne.
• Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.

Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00

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.