Principal Network Administrator (Top Secret)) - R10227264-2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes.

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret.

TRAVEL: Yes, 50% of the time.

Roles and responsibilities

• Maintain efficient operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs.
• Plan, design, configure, and install network hardware in support of customer requirements.
• Maintain technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc.
• Propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements 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.
• Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
• Perform troubleshooting analysis of network infrastructure and associated systems.
• Install and configure Cisco routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Implement and troubleshoot LAN technologies such as VLANs, trunking (port tagging), spanning‑tree, and port security.
• Provide third‑level support and troubleshooting of network problems. Periodically provide after‑hours and weekend support.
• Implement and troubleshoot WAN technologies such as EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and telco circuits (T1, T3, OC3).
• Interface regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.
• Design and implement an enterprise network, and recommend data, voice, or video network investment decisions to management and customers based on results of independent assessment of current and future network performance, stability, and network management issues.
• Report project status as required for all recurring and non‑recurring efforts.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience.
• Current active DoD Top Secret level security clearance (will need to move to a NATO COSMIC once hired). Clearance is required on Day 1 of employment; maintaining the required clearance(s) will be a condition of continued employment.
• Experience installing & maintaining Cisco brand networking equipment for both LAN & WAN configurations, not limited to IOS updates, port security, VLANs, routing protocols, IP filtering, and event logging.
• Current Security+CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570/8140 security certification, and the ability to maintain the required certification as a condition of continued employment.
• CISCO CCNA 200‑301 or Comptia Network+ with the ability to achieve a CISCO CCNA 200‑301 certification within 6 months.
• Experience working on a team of IT professionals.
• Ability to travel 50% plus.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work after hours and on weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience.
• Cisco CCNA 200‑301, ENCOR Core CCNP Exam 350‑401, or CCIE certification.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (e.g., HBSS, Solar Winds, Splunk).
• Experience using network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, Opnet, etc.).
• Experience with Certification & Accreditation process.
• Experience giving technical presentations to technical and non‑technical attendees.

Benefits and Compensation

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Positions at Vice President or Director level may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Northrop Grumman provides health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 – $155,400.00. Salary is based on scope, responsibilities, and candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. Employees are encouraged to remain up‑to‑date on COVID‑19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to current federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our full EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.