Sr. Principal Network Administrator

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10031990Category: Information TechnologyLocation: Redondo Beach, CA, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: NoneTelecommute: No Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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.Well qualified candidates selected for this critical position may be entitled to additional fringe benefits, including Sign-On Bonuses (up to $50k), Enhanced PTO Accrual (up to 40 additional hours per year), and Relocation Assistance Packages (up to $30k).The Network Engineer Lead is responsible to provide the technical leadership to a team of Network Administrators while maintaining smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs. Responsible to provide network architecture design, configuration, and installation of network hardware in support of customer requirements. Maintains technical expertise in all areas of data and voice networks and computer hardware / software interconnection, as well as interfacing, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc. Proposes solutions to management and to customers. 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. Developing and documenting technical processes and procedures as needed. Provides regular monitoring, and network analysis, regarding short and long-range planning for [in-house] systems. May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. Designs networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages. Exhibiting good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers and team members.Additional duties:Plan, manage and implement complex network designs in support of customer requirements.Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.Provide technical leadership to a network team in day to day operations and non-recurring support.Clarify to the team the project requirements and provide network design solutions, in accordance with Northrop Grumman and industry standards.Perform troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems.Document network hardware and software technology components.Install and configure routers, switches and firewalls. (Cisco/Palo Alto)Implement and troubleshoot LAN technologies such as VLANs, trunking (port tagging), spanning-tree and protocols.Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after-hours and weekend support.Implement and troubleshoot WAN technologies such as VRF, EIGRP, BGP, OSPF.Install, configure, and troubleshoot encryption/decryption hardware such as TaclanesInterface regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.Manage timely resolution of all critical and/or complex incidents meeting SLA requirementsWork is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long term perspective, for desired results.ESNetAdmin#LI-MP1Basic Qualifications:PhD with 4 years of IT experience; OR a Master's degree with 7 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 9 years of IT experience; OR an Associates degreewith 11 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 13 years of IT experience is requiredMust have at least 2 years of work experience with Cisco hardware including routers, switches, firewalls, hubs, and other related networking equipmentMust have a professional certification specific to the networking industry (examples: CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)Current expertise with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selectionMust have a DOD 8570 IAT level 2 baseline certification (example: Security+ CE); OR must have the ability to obtain one within 6 months of start dateAbility to lift equipment weighing up to 40 poundsAbility to work after hours, and weekends, as needed and carry a company phone for possible 'after hours' supportCandidates must have the ability to obtain a DOD Secret level security clearancePreferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree Network Engineering, a CCNP certification, and 10 years of Network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, hubs, and firewallsFamiliar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISEExposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGsFamiliar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshootingExperience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and proceduresExperience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTCExperience in the use of network analysis tools (i.E. WireShark, SolarWinds, Opnet, etc.) would be nice to haveExperience with configuring TACLANESExperience designing and maintaining LAN & WAN based networksExperience with managing routing protocols on large LAN environmentsPrevious experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices; experience with networkchallenges associated with systems integration, including COTS integration, capacity analysis and system architecture designExpertise with IPv4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRPExpertise with network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)Strong understanding of features like GRE, IPSEC, DMVPN, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicastStrong understanding network security features like IP access-lists and stateful protocol inspectionsFamiliar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACSAbility to operate as part of an engineering team, including knowledge of related disciplinesAbility to interact with senior customer organizations and personnel.Ability to operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/pursue long-term interestsAbility to communicate well, including proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and VisioDemonstrated leadership skills, or previous management of small teams, would be helpfulActive DOD Secret Clearance would be helpfulSalary Range: $117,700 USD $176,500 USDEmployees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.Saferfederalworkforce.Gov/contractors/.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.Northropgrumman.Com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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