Network Engineer - Level 3

Northrop Grumman • Colorado Springs, CO

1d • $94,200 - $141,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Space Systems’ Multi-Domain Operations and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit is seeking a Principal Network Engineer – Level 3 for the TASD contract. The position is based at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The engineer will configure, maintain, patch, STIG, troubleshoot, and install network hardware, including HP Aruba network switches, and support the engineering of new networking solutions. The role works with the Cyber Security team to perform STIG checks, address deficiencies, remediate findings, and harden systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related experience; or a master’s degree in STEM and 3 years of related experience; or a Ph.D. and 1 year of related experience. Alternatively, 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Experience configuring and maintaining networking hardware such as switches, routers, or firewalls.
• Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible.
• Current active Security+ CE certification or an equivalent certification under DoD 8570.01-M.
• Ability to lift at least 35 pounds periodically throughout the day.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%.
• Current, active, in-scope U.S. Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, required to start.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with DoD STIGs.
• Experience with network simulation tools such as GNS3 or EVE-NG.
• Experience with Aruba CX OS.
• Experience with hardware-based firewalls.
• Experience with virtualization technology such as VMware.
• Experience working with vendors to expedite installations and repairs and ensure maximum uptime.
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code principles.
• Familiarity with Agile, SAFe, or DevSecOps concepts.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with DISA STIGs.
• Implement advanced network security hardening techniques, including Out-of-Band Management isolation, Virtual Routing and Forwarding segmentation, and Control-Plane Policing.
• Configure, maintain, patch, STIG, troubleshoot, and install network-related hardware.
• Support engineering new networking solutions.
• Work with the Cyber Security team on STIG checks, deficiency resolution, findings remediation, and system hardening.
• Prioritize and execute tasks in a collaborative team environment.
• Create and work within schedules and timelines.
• Travel up to 10% to support business needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior