Network Communications Administrator 3/4 - Secret

Northrop Grumman • El Segundo, CA

236d • $100,300 - $150,500 • Remote

About The Position

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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. 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 will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Networking Technology Professionals, We Want You! The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking an experienced Network Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems support team in El Segundo, CA. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

Requirements

• Master's Degree with 3 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR a High School diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of relevant experience is required.
• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE); OR must have the ability to obtain one within 3 months of start date.
• Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of employment.
• Must have experience with Cisco hardware including routers, switches, and firewalls.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Network Engineering.
• Active Top Secret, SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access would be nice to have.
• Cisco CCNA/CCNP Certification.
• Experience with configuring TACLANES would be ideal.
• 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 leadership skills, or previous management of small teams, would be helpful.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. SolarWinds, Wireshark, Riverbed Appliance, F5, etc.).
• DISA STIGs knowledge and/or implementation experience.
• Network encryption devices (TACLANE's) experience.
• Cisco Call Manager experience.
• Cisco Telepresence equipment experience.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls.

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, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc.
• Proposes solutions to management.
• Ensures all communication requirements (based on future needs and current usage) are configured to optimize cost savings.
• Creates and ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
• Provides regular monitoring, and network analysis, regarding short and long-range planning for systems.
• May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.
• Designs networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages.
• Work within ITSM tools and Project Management applications (i.e. Atlassian/Jira).
• Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Work after hours and weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements.
• Phenomenal learning opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Friendly team environment.
• Exceptional benefits/healthcare.
• 9/80 work schedule.
• Great 401k matching program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree