Northrop Grumman Australia · 3 months ago
Principal Engineer Network
United States-California-McClellan
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$100K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, seeking a Principal Engineer Network to join their team. The role involves designing and planning network communication systems, providing specifications for network architecture, and advising on the integration of new technologies to enhance capabilities for national defense products.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work closely with engineers and technicians in a lab environment
Design and plan network communication systems
Provide specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture
Provide specific detailed information for hardware and software
Advise on integration of new emerging industry technologies to the program’s systems
Implement engineering changes, techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to the system as required
Maintain technical expertise in all areas of network, computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing to include routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc
Review, analyze, and incorporate technical requirements into end-to-end system architectures
Responsible for completing the network configurations and coordinating with the peers, SMEs, and government engineers
Evaluate new communication technologies to enhance capabilities of the network
Occasional travel may be required
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 2 years of experience; OR 0 years of experience with a Masters degree or an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree
Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast
Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
Ability to travel 10% of the time
Must be a US Citizen in order to meet clearance requirement
Active DoD secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Bachelors degree in science, engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience; OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters degree; OR 1 year of experience with STEM PhD degree or an additional 4 years of relevant experience can be considered in lieu of a Bachelor degree
Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
Understanding of IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP sub-netting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP
Understanding of network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE)
Understanding of advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast
Familiar with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
Ability to travel 10% of the time
Must be a US Citizen in order to meet clearance requirement
Active DoD secret clearance to start with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI
Preferred
DoD 8570 Security certification such as Sec+, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent
A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a Network+, CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or equivalent
Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, Firepower Management Center (FMC), and/or Cisco ISE
Exposure to the Risk Management Framework, associated security controls, and STIGs
Familiar with Windows, Linux, and VMWare configuration and troubleshooting
Experience with HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment and procedures
Proficiency with MS Office tools, including PowerPoint and Visio
Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance to start; TS/SCI after hiring
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase