Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman (DoD SkillBridge) Principal/Sr. Principal Network Engineer (TS/SCI FS Poly)

Posted on: 7 Mar 2021

Aurora, CO

Job Description

Description

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation rsquo;s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman rsquo;s 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.

The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman ndash; Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals ndash; Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission ldquo;Defining Possible rdquo; on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome ndash; Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

* Has served at least 180 days on active duty
* Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
* Will receive an honorable discharge
* Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
* Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
* Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

What You rsquo;ll Get To Do:
Roles and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Providing technical support for computers and associated networks for a large classified government contract
* Maintaining operations of the LAN/WAN, including coordination with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians, project managers, end users, and customer and IT management.
* Installing/configuring/maintaining routers, switches and firewalls.
* Implementing and troubleshooting LAN technologies such as VLANs, Trunking (port tagging), Spanning-Tree, and Port Security.
* The ability to support multiple networks and ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed.
* Providing regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short/long-range planning for systems.
* Recommending and implementing system/process enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
* Creating and ensuring that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
* Developing and documenting technical processes and procedures as needed.
* Making recommendations to purchase hardware, software, system components.
* Interacting and troubleshooting issues with vendors; evaluating vendor products, services, and suggestions.
* Adhering/reporting to Information Systems security guidelines.
* Completing paperwork and other tasks needed to satisfy Security requirements. Following all Security regulations, guidelines, and processes regarding the installation, maintenance, and retirement of PCs and PC-related hardware and software. Working with Security personnel to remediate classified data spillage incidents.
* Reviewing trouble ticket queues to identify issues that need to be addressed. Working through the ticket queue without intervening management direction (self-motivated). Resolving tickets within established SLAs and raising issues that require management attention or involvement.
* Establishing and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.

Qualification

Responsibilities for this internship requisition position are:

Internship Description:

The Northrop Grumman Military Veteran Program (NG-MVP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MVP is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training and through individual internships during the last 180 days of service. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply for SkillBridge. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Your unit Commander must authorize participation in NG-MVP prior to start of internship.

NG-MVP is a program that will bridge the gap for transitioning service members and is held 3 times a year at various Northrop Grumman installations around the country. Service members will gain valuable experience and training throughout their internship with a potential opportunity to gain employment with Northrop Grumman upon completion of active duty service obligation.

NG-MVP Eligibility:

* Has served at least 180 days on active duty
* Is within 180 days of separation or retirement
* Will receive an honorable discharge
* Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
* Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

This position can be filled at a Principal or Sr. Principal level.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Network Engineer:

* Bachelor rsquo;s Degree with 5 years of related experience; Master rsquo;s Degree with 3 years of related experience; or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Experience providing technical support for computers and associated networks for a large classified government contract
* Experience implementing and troubleshooting LAN technologies such as VLANs, Trunking (port tagging), Spanning-Tree, and Port Security
* Knowledge of software/systems lifecycles
* Experience with version control software
* Ability to receive Unit Command approval
* Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly

Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Network Engineer:

* Bachelor rsquo;s Degree with 9 years of related experience; Master rsquo;s Degree with 7 years of related experience; or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree
* Experience providing technical support for computers and associated networks for a large classified government contract
* Experience implementing and troubleshooting LAN technologies such as VLANs, Trunking (port tagging), Spanning-Tree, and Port Security
* Knowledge of software/systems lifecycles
* Experience with version control software
* Ability to receive Unit Command approval
* Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Poly

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor rsquo;s Degree in STEM
* Received Unit Commander 39;s approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge
* Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
* Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining network hardware in an enterprise environment
* Windows domain architecture experience
* Experience with Certification amp; Accreditation process
* Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE Certification
* Previous experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices; experience with network challenges associated with systems integration, including COTS integration, capacity analysis, and system architecture design
* Demonstrated experience in the use of network analysis tools (e.g., WireShark, OpNet, etc.)
* IP addressing design and subnets
* Experience using test equipment such as protocol analyzers and cable test sets
* Knowledge of government grade encryption gear such as (TACLANES)

Salary range for a Principal Network Engineer: $87,780-$131,670

Salary range for a Sr. Principal Network Engineer: $108,864-$163,296

Northrop Grumman

Falls Church, VA

Northrop Grumman Corporation, a security company, provides products in the areas of autonomous systems, cyber, space, strikes, and logistics and modernizations in the United States, the Asia Pacific, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Aerospace Systems, Innovation Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services. The Aerospace Systems segment designs, develops, integrates, and produces manned aircrafts, autonomous systems, spacecraft systems, high-energy laser systems, microelectronics, and other systems and sub-systems for use in the areas of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, strike operations, communications, earth observations, and space science.

The Innovation Systems segment designs, develops, integrates, and produces flights, armaments, and space systems. It offers launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems, and ammunitions; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures. The Mission Systems segment offers products and services that include C4ISR systems; radar, electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR), and acoustic sensors; electronic warfare systems; cyber solutions; space systems; intelligence processing systems; air and missile defense integration systems; navigation systems; and shipboard missiles and encapsulated payload launch systems.

The Technology Services segment provides logistic solutions that supports the full life cycle of platforms and systems. Its products and services include software and system sustainment; modernization of platform and associated subsystems; advanced training solutions; and integrated logistics support. Northrop Grumman Corporation was founded in 1939 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.