Northrop Grumman

PrincipalNetworkEngineer/SeniorPrincipalNetworkEngineer

$104–155k Chantilly, Virginia, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Principal Network Engineer / Senior Principal Network Engineer at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Network engineering, Cybersecurity, Network infrastructure. Monitor mission critical network infrastructure. Maintain mission critical network infrastructure”

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshooting; Creative solutions; Complex problems

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation assistance, Clearance required, Active TS clearance, SCI eligibility, Ability to obtain Poly, 10% Travel, US citizen

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility, Ability to obtain a Poly, 5 Years with Bachelor’s (Principal), 3 Years with 1 year (Principal), 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree (Principal), 8 Years with Bachelor’s (Senior Principal), 6 Years with 4 Year (Senior Principal), 12 years of experience in lieu of a degree (Senior Principal), IAT-2 Certification, Experience troubleshooting OSI model, Experience making ethernet cables, Experience pulling fiber, Experience racking equipment, Firm understanding of Cisco CLI commands, Firm understanding of Juniper JunOS commands, Firm understanding of firewall concepts, Experience with Risk Management Framework, Experience with Authority to Operate process, Experience working in integrated team

Nice to Have

Active TS/SCI clearance with current Poly

What You'll Do.

Monitor mission critical network infrastructure

Maintain mission critical network infrastructure

Provide Tier-2 support

Provide Tier-3 support

Collect data for analysis

Perform network upgrades

Produce documentation

Provide Engineering support onsite

Provide Administrative support onsite

Develop solutions for mission critical infrastructure

Implement solutions for mission critical infrastructure

Support solutions for mission critical infrastructure

Analyze existing systems

Analyze existing networks

Make proactive recommendations

Create network diagrams

Maintain network diagrams

Create topology documentation

Maintain topology documentation

Collaborate with mission system developers

Create solutions for customer mission needs

Deploy solutions for customer mission needs

Maintain STIG configurations

Evaluate STIG configurations

Test STIG configurations

Apply STIG configurations

Respond to security findings

Create Standard Operating Procedures

Maintain Standard Operating Procedures

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Integrated team environment; Multiple teams; Cross-team collaboration

Communication Scope

Technical levels; Creative solutions

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. 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’ll support yours of expanding your person

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