Network Communications Engineer

$68,500 - $102,700/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Des Moines, IA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Network Communication Engineer at Northrop Grumman will be responsible for designing, configuring, implementing, and managing program networks and equipment. This role is crucial for supporting the architecting, engineering, and maintenance of mission networks, ensuring that the systems are operational and secure. The position requires a strong understanding of networking technologies and the ability to work collaboratively within a project team to meet mission requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the architecting, engineering, and maintenance of mission networks.
• Configure all program mission network (WAN/LAN) equipment including firewalls, routers, and switches.
• Maintain expertise in standard voice, data, video network and cryptographic OTTI technologies.
• Establish work standards, methods, and controls for preventative, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance actions.
• Work as part of a project team in design and integration of OTTI technologies and solutions to meet mission requirements.
• Support Host Base Security System (HBSS) and SIEM solutions and continuous monitoring.
• Identify, analyze, and document long range requirements.
• Plan for and respond to service outages and other problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of experience OR 0 years with Master's OR 6 years' experience in lieu of degree.
• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance.
• Certifiable knowledge of networking operations and associated peripheral equipment: LANs, WANs, VLANS, remote access systems, routers, firewalls, bridges, and copper/fiber cabling.
• Expertise in principles, practices, and techniques in the installation and maintenance of hardware.
• Expertise in network management tools and problem analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with applying Secure Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) Checklists and basic critical analysis/troubleshooting in the application of the STIG.
• Experience analyzing network traffic and troubleshooting DIS/HLA packets using Wireshark, DPA, or similar software tools.
• Must possess and maintain Security + certification.

Nice-to-haves

• DISA ACAS Training/Certified

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business