Northrop Grumman · 2 days ago

Principal Network Engineer

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$87K/yr - $131K/yr

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Develop engineering and automated deployments for datacenter system configurations.

Executing engineering projects on schedule.

Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and redline documented procedures.

Implement engineering changes to the system as required.

Responsible for integrating and testing software and/or hardware systems in complex IT systems.

Work closely with Engineers and Technicians in a lab environment.

Good planning, coordination, and documentation skills are required.

Qualification

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PythonNetwork DevicesRouting & SwitchingNetwork Simulation ToolsLoad TestingDoD TS ClearanceSpecial Program AccessCCNASpineLeaf ArchitectureGovernment Grade EncryptionAgile MethodologyVersion ControlGITTechnical DocumentationActive PARProblem-SolvingCommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience.

Experience in or knowledge of scripting/programming languages such as Python

Experience with deploying, configuring, and hardening Network Devices

Working knowledge of routing & switching concepts and protocols

Familiarity with network simulation tools and load testing (e.g. CML, GNS3)

Active DoD TS Clearance

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.