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Northrop Grumman · 4 months ago

Sentinel - Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Network Architect - R10202390

Manhattan Beach, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$110K/yr - $166K/yr

5+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements, seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Network Architect for the Sentinel program. The role involves executing a comprehensive network strategy, overseeing network infrastructure design and maintenance, and mentoring a high-performing network team while ensuring alignment with program goals and DoD requirements.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Execute a comprehensive network strategy, aligned with the organization’s goals, and focuses on digital engineering, digital thread, and advanced analytics across weapon system design for initial development through sustainment

Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable network infrastructure, to include network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection per DoD requirements

Collaborate with engineering and business leaders to align data initiatives with program goals

Develop and enable program network risks management process in concurrence with program risk management

Maintain knowledge of current and emerging Industry and DoD trends and technologies in network frameworks, management and analytics and ensure proper utilization where applicable

Mentor and support building a high-performing network team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation

Serve as a thought leader, representing the company at industry forums, conferences, and with government and commercial partners

Display strong stakeholder management skills, including presenting solutions to senior leadership

Leading organizational change and ensuring successful adoption of new technologies and best practices

Mentor junior engineers and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Lead high-performing teams, including recruitment, performance management, and professional development

Implement DevOps frameworks for network teams, improving operational efficiency and reducing time-to-insight

Drive company-wide network strategy and innovation, aligning technical goals with business objectives

Influence and gain buy-in from key stakeholders, ensuring alignment and successful project delivery

Manage network governance, network security, network modeling, and enterprise architecture frameworks

Provide experience in understanding, managing, and integrating business or DoD Program inputs and interfaces across a variety of tool sets and data sources

Network Architecture development with and understanding of network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection per DoD requirements

Knowledge in IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS, and SD-WAN

Knowledge in network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS

Knowledge with virtualization technologies to include virtual software, machines, networks and appliances

Knowledge with Active Directory, LDAP, DNS, and Group Policy

Knowledge with Cyber products for systems to include logging, vulnerability scanning, intrusion detection mechanisms, patching systems, anti-virus and related processes

Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF), Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG), and requirements development from control listings

Knowledge all areas of network and software interconnections and interfacing, such as routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers etc

This position requires a combination of technical expertise and a strong understanding of DoD-specific security requirements and protocols

Knowledge of COMSEC equipment

Understanding of OSI Open Systems Interconnection model and the impact of each level to the design of a network architecture

Qualification

Network ArchitectureIP4IPv6 DesignCybersecurity KnowledgeDevOps FrameworksRisk Management FrameworkVirtualization TechnologiesStakeholder ManagementTechnical ExcellenceContinuous ImprovementMentoring Skills

Required

8 Years of related experience with Bachelor's degree in STEM; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD for Sr. Principal Systems Network Architect

5 Years of related experience with Bachelor's degree in STEM; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD for Principal Systems Network Architect

Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years

Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs

2+ years of experience in IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols, including TCP/IP, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS, and SD-WAN

1-2 years of experience architecting and realizing scalable, secure, and cost-effective network platforms

Ability to travel up to 25%