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Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago

Staff Network Administrator - TS/SCI

Redondo Beach, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

$161K/yr - $241K/yr

10+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leader in technology and innovation, seeking a highly experienced Lead Network Administrator to join their Multi Domain Operations Division team in Redondo Beach, CA. The role involves maintaining the operation of a classified network, providing technical leadership, and ensuring the design and implementation of network solutions that support space vehicle operations.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Maintain smooth operation of a highly available classified network

Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity

Operate as a motivated and agile system thinker who can demonstrate intellectual curiosity and navigate ambiguity and complexity to be the trusted advisor to our engineers and drive success for our organization

Plan, design, configure, and install network hardware in support of requirements

Maintain technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware/software interconnections, as well as interfaces, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, and proprietary or niche scientific technical engineering equipment (STEE)

Propose and ensure solutions to management to guarantee that all communications requirements are based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings

Create and ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions

Install, configure, support Cisco routers, switches, Call Manager VoIP systems, Palo Alto firewalls, and General Dynamics TACLANEs

Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for network and connected systems

Design networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages

Provide incident and service request support in accordance with enterprise SLAs

Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with engineering teams, other network engineers, systems administrators, program management, cybersecurity, and physical security personnel

Exhibit exceptional verbal and written communication skills necessary for success

Efficiently manage and prioritize multiple programs concurrently in a dynamic operational environment

Mentor and provide structured training to junior network engineering staff to support continuous learning and professional growth

Plan, manage and implement complex network designs in support of program requirements

Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity

Support engineering teams in project designs to clarify project requirements and provide design solutions in accordance with standards

Perform troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems

Document network hardware and software technology components

Implement and troubleshoot LAN technologies such as VLANs, port tagging, and spanning tree protocols

Provide third-level support and troubleshooting of network problems

Provide periodic after-hours and weekend support

Work without appreciable direction while exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments. Your completed work will be reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results

Implement and troubleshoot WAN technologies such as EIGRP, BGP, OSPF

Interface regularly with program team members and manage their installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments

Manage timely resolution of all critical and/or complex problems meeting SLA requirements

Manage the keying and deployment of HAIPE/TACLANE and other military COMSEC/CRYPTO equipment

Demonstrate experience in the use of network analysis tools such as Wireshark, SolarWinds NTA, OPNET, etc

Exhibit proficiency using Microsoft Office, Visio, Project, PowerPoint, and Excel or their equivalent

Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds as needed

Qualification

Network designCisco hardwareLAN/WAN managementRouting protocolsNetwork securityNetwork analysis toolsTechnical leadershipCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMentoringProblem-solving

Required

Master's Degree with 10 years of relevant IT/Network experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 12 years of relevant IT/Network experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 14 years of relevant IT/Network experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 16 years of relevant IT/Network experience is required

Must have work experience with designing and maintaining LAN/WAN based networks, managing routing protocols on large LAN environments, and experience with Cisco hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls)

Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level II baseline certification (example: Security+ CE)

Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds

Ability to work after hours, and weekends, as needed

Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance with SCI access level eligibility (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered

Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree Network Engineering, a Security+ CE, and a CCNP certification, with 12 years of Network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, hubs, and firewalls in a classified environment

CCIE level Cisco Certification

Cloud network certification, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer, or equivalent training and hands-on experience

Experience designing and maintaining LAN & WAN based networks, managing routing protocols on large LAN environments, and experience with Cisco and Palo Alto hardware (routers, switches, and firewalls)

In-depth knowledge of and experience with routing and switching concepts and protocols including DNS, DHCP, GRE, QOS, VLANs, DMVPN, and EIGRP

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

Experience with Splunk, Windows, RHEL, Nutanix, and VMWare

Experience with NetOps/NOC design integrated with program Cyber

Strong understanding of network security principles essential to implementing cybersecurity

Familiarity with network device management and security applications such as FMC, GEM One, ISE, Panorama, and WildFire

Experience working within IT Systems Design, Deployment, and Administration

Experience with design and planning of network security systems including software security, zero-trust principles, and best practices

Experience with configuring TACLANES

Understanding of the architecture, maintenance, and administration of Linux servers

Experience with network automation tools and scripting

Troubleshooting virtual network issues, including firewall configuration, and resolving them accordingly

Experience with Type 1 Network encryption

Previous experience troubleshooting network procedures and best practices; experience with network challenges associated with systems integration, including COTS integration, capacity analysis and system architecture design

Demonstrated leadership skills, or previous management of small teams, would be helpful

Active SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access