Northrop Grumman
Principal/Sr Principal Computer Systems Architect- AHT - R10209325-3
Northrop Grumman, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Job Description
The candidate will perform network engineering activities supporting all phases of systems development in the areas of Network Engineering
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Support the design and implementation of network architecture
Conduct scheduled maintenance of the different Network IOS
Identify Comms requirements, hardware, performance, and interoperability.
Work on multiple simultaneous tasks
Perform routine network administration tasks as needed
Administrate IP based radio networks
Interface with NGMS
This position may be filled as a (Level 3) Principal Computer Systems Architect or as a (Level 4) Sr Principal Computer Systems Architect
Basic Qualifications
Principal Computer Systems Architect (Level 3): Bachelor of Science (BS) STEM degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience; or 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; 1 Year with PhD or additional years in lieu of a degree
Sr Principal Computer Systems Architect (Level 4): Bachelor of Science (BS) STEM degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; or 6 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; 4 years with a PhD; or additional years in lieu of a degree
DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
Candidate must be able to establish communication between network devices, interfaces, and protocols.
Candidate must have experience with IP based radios and networks.
Good understanding of IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
Identify Comms requirements, hardware, performance, and interoperability.
CLEARANCE: Candidate must currently have, and be able to maintain an active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance with a background investigation date within 5 Years
Preferred Qualifications
A professional certification specific to the networking industry i.e. CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
Previous experience with military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures (Viasat/GD)
Expert understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
Primary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $158,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $196,700.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Job Description
The candidate will perform network engineering activities supporting all phases of systems development in the areas of Network Engineering
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Support the design and implementation of network architecture
Conduct scheduled maintenance of the different Network IOS
Identify Comms requirements, hardware, performance, and interoperability.
Work on multiple simultaneous tasks
Perform routine network administration tasks as needed
Administrate IP based radio networks
Interface with NGMS
This position may be filled as a (Level 3) Principal Computer Systems Architect or as a (Level 4) Sr Principal Computer Systems Architect
Basic Qualifications
Principal Computer Systems Architect (Level 3): Bachelor of Science (BS) STEM degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience; or 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; 1 Year with PhD or additional years in lieu of a degree
Sr Principal Computer Systems Architect (Level 4): Bachelor of Science (BS) STEM degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience; or 6 years of relevant experience with a Masters (MS) degree; 4 years with a PhD; or additional years in lieu of a degree
DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent.
Candidate must be able to establish communication between network devices, interfaces, and protocols.
Candidate must have experience with IP based radios and networks.
Good understanding of IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
Identify Comms requirements, hardware, performance, and interoperability.
CLEARANCE: Candidate must currently have, and be able to maintain an active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance with a background investigation date within 5 Years
Preferred Qualifications
A professional certification specific to the networking industry i.e. CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent.
Previous experience with military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures (Viasat/GD)
Expert understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast.
Primary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $158,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $196,700.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing
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