Job Description

Description

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you rsquo;ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to join the Command and Launch Team. This position can be filled in Colorado Springs, CO or Roy, UT and supports the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program. Learn more about the GBSD program here.

What You rsquo;ll Get To Do:

Successful candidate will support the development and deployment of the Launch Guidance and Command network. Specific responsibilities include:

bull; Providing technical support for computers and associated networks for a large classified government contract

bull; Implementing and 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.

bull; Installing/configuring/maintaining routers, switches and firewalls.

bull; Implementing and troubleshooting LAN technologies such as VLANs, Trunking (port tagging), Spanning-Tree, and Port Security.

bull; The ability to support multiple networks and ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed.

bull; Providing regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short/long-range planning for systems.

bull; 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.

bull; Creating and ensuring that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.

bull; Developing and documenting technical processes and procedures as needed.

bull; Making recommendations to purchase hardware, software, system components.

bull; Interacting and troubleshooting issues with vendors; evaluating vendor products, services, and suggestions.

bull; Adhering/reporting to Information Systems security guidelines.

bull; 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.

bull; 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.

bull; Establishing and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.

bull; Exhibiting good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental amp; Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs amp; Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health amp; Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts

https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx

This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

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Qualification

Basic Qualifications:

bull;Bachelor 39;s degree within a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline from an accredited college

bull;Requires minimum 5 years of experience with a Bachelor degree or 3 years of experience with a Master 39;s degree; experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

bull;Experience providing technical support for computers and associated networks for a large classified government contract

bull;Experience implementing and troubleshooting LAN technologies such as VLANs, Trunking (port tagging), Spanning-Tree, and Port Security

bull;Knowledge of software/systems lifecycles

bull;Experience with version control software

bull;Active Secret clearance adjudicated within the last 6 years with ability to obtain TS clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

bull;Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining network hardware in an enterprise environment

bull;Windows domain architecture experience

bull;Experience with Certification amp; Accreditation process

bull;Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE Certification

bull;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

bull;Demonstrated experience in the use of network analysis tools (e.g., WireShark, OpNet, etc.)

bull;IP addressing design and subnets

bull;Experience using test equipment such as protocol analyzers and cable test sets

bull;Knowledge of government grade encryption gear.

Salary Range Min $83,600

Salary Range Max $125,400