Northrop Grumman · 5 hours ago
Sr Principal Network Communications Administrator - Secret - R10221146
Melbourne, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $168K/yr
6+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading company in technological advancements and is seeking a highly experienced Senior Network Administrator to join its Classified Solutions team. The role involves maintaining and optimizing network operations, designing new network solutions, and ensuring compliance with security protocols while working on-site in Melbourne, FL.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintains smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs
Plan, design, configure, and install network hardware in support of customer requirements
Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, firewalls, switches, WAN accelerators, etc
Proposes solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings
Prepares or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions
Provides regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems
May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment
May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages
Operate with considerable independence, and to self-identify/pursue long-term interests
Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
Work after hours and weekends as needed
The candidate will be responsible for architecting solutions that meets technical requirements, including present and future capacity requirements
In addition to architecting the overall IT/enterprise network, the candidate will perform requirements analysis, technical trade studies, formally manage risks, independently develop interface control documents, recommendations, and participate in Supplier Management Team overseeing vendor selection, procurement, and vendor oversight
The candidate maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware, software interconnection and interfacing, routers, multi-level security, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc
A firm understanding of existing architectures underlying the various layers and piece parts: including networking architecture (to include emerging 5G systems), computing and cloud architectures (to include emerging edge data approaches) as well as artificial intelligence architectures
A firm understanding of architecture development approaches: including USDOD approaches and DODAF frameworks. Ideally this will also include current state of the art in development of systems-of-systems architecture approaches being used across commercial and USDOD efforts. Ideally this will also include the ability to define and use relevant metrics that can be used to evaluate and trade architectural constructs (in addition to compliance of standards and interface, open systems etc.)
Designing and implementing new network solutions and/or improving the efficiency of current networks, including the responsibilities for installing, configuring and supporting network equipment including routers, proxy servers, switches, WAN accelerators, DNS and DHCP
Procuring network equipment and managing subcontractors involved with network installation
Configuring firewalls, routing and switching to maximize network efficiency and security
Maximizing network performance through ongoing monitoring and troubleshooting
Arranging scheduled upgrades
Investigating faults in the network
Updating network equipment to the latest firmware releases
Reporting network status to key stakeholders
Managing suppliers who provide hardware and software solutions and will independently evaluate the technical trade space
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 10 years of relevant experience; 12 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of completed degree
Must have a Security+ CE certification (or higher)
Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment
Candidates must have the ability to obtain (and maintain) access to Special Programs prior to starting as a condition of employment
Experience with network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection
IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols including BGP, OSPF and EIGRP experience
Network device configuration and troubleshooting (ideally, Cisco IOS/IOS-XE) experience
Experience and understanding advanced features like GRE, IPSEC, IP quality-of-service, VLANs, and multicast
Experience with network management protocols, like SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS
Preferred
Bachelor or Masters in Computer Science/Engineering or Electrical Engineering with a focus on networking, digital communication systems or equivalent
Active Top Secret, TS/SCI, Polygraph, or SAP/SAR access would be nice to have
A professional certification specific to the networking industry like a CCNP, a CCIE, or equivalent certification
Familiar with network management applications, like Splunk, SolarWinds, and/or Cisco ISE
Experience with SDWAN and SD Access
Experience with network automation/orchestration tools; Python, Cisco C Center, Ansible, Palo Alto Panorama. 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
Experience with Cisco Unified Communications / VoIP and VTC
Works with the overall system architect to define and document the necessary connections between devices for both development and production
Evaluates the overall network for scalability across the entire program/lab systems
Evaluates the system and provides recommendations for network monitoring tools
Assists with the standup and implementation of the network monitoring tools
Reviews network utilization metrics regularly and provide recommendations based on results
Assist with the integration of Hyperscale for a Cloud architecture solution
Benefits
Exceptional benefits/healthcare
9/80 work schedule
Great 401k matching program
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
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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