Principal Network Engineer - Top Secret - Security Clearance Required

About the position

The Network Administrator position at Northrop Grumman involves maintaining and optimizing LAN/WAN/VPN networks, ensuring smooth operations and technical expertise in network hardware and software. The role requires on-site work in either Linthicum, MD or Redondo Beach, CA, and focuses on designing, configuring, and troubleshooting complex network systems to support customer requirements. The position is integral to the Classified Solutions team, contributing to secure and innovative technological advancements.

Responsibilities

• Maintains smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs.
• Plans, designs, configures, and installs network hardware in support of customer requirements.
• Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware/software interconnection.
• Proposes solutions to management.
• Ensures all communication requirements are configured to optimize cost savings.
• Creates and ensures appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
• Provides regular monitoring and network analysis for systems planning.
• Coordinates third-party maintenance for network equipment.
• Designs networks, or portions of networks, including hardware and software selection.
• Plans, manages, and implements complex network designs.
• Develops technical solutions to complex problems.
• Supports network teams in project designs and clarifies project requirements.
• Performs troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems.
• Documents network hardware and software technology components.
• Installs and configures Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Implements and troubleshoots LAN technologies such as VLANs and spanning-tree protocols.
• Provides third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems.
• Interfaces regularly with customers to manage installation timelines and deliverables.

Requirements

• Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School diploma with 9 years of experience.
• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE).
• Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Experience with designing and maintaining LAN/WAN based networks and managing routing protocols on large LAN environments.
• Experience with Cisco hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls).

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering.
• Active Top Secret/SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access.
• Network+ certification and/or a Cisco CCNA certification.
• Experience in network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, hubs, and firewalls.
• Experience with network analysis tools (e.g., WireShark, SolarWinds).
• Experience with configuring TACLANES.
• Previous experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices.
• Demonstrated leadership skills or previous management of small teams.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• 401k matching program
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning opportunities
• Exposure to a variety of projects and customers