Principal Network Communications

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 by 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector's Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Principal Network Engineer to support the IT Infrastructure & Operations organization.

The selected candidate will provide on-site network support at Dulles, VA plus several remote sites to support the network infrastructure. This position will be located in Dulles, VA. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Dulles, VA campus - this is NOT a remote work opportunity plus several remote sites to support the network infrastructure. 

A successful candidate will work with a team in supporting the LAN/WAN. We are looking for a highly motivated, self-driven individual with experience in networking.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to clients, respond to their request promptly and resolve network issues.

• Proficient knowledge with Cisco routers and switches.

• Solid understanding of TCP/IP related protocols, Dynamic Routing Protocols, Switching technologies and features.

• Maintains in-depth up-to-date knowledge of standards, guidelines, industry trends, etc., for the Networking discipline, including LAN, WAN, Wireless, interconnection.

• Plans, designs, configures, and installs network hardware in support of customer requirements.

• Ability to successfully solve network related problems reported by users.

• Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.

• Creates and ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.

• Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.

• Occasionally travel to other NG sites as needed.

• Interface regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.

• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, SolarWinds, etc.).

• Skilled with Microsoft Office 365 applications and Visio.

• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

• Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 Years of relevant experience with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD.

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

• Experience with Cisco hardware and setting up switched networks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cisco CCNA or CCNP

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.