Northrop Grumman

Network Engineer - Level 2

Northrop Grumman$83K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree plus 2 years relevant experience, or Master's degree; additional years of experience may substitute for degree
  • Active Top Secret clearance required at application, with ability to obtain SCI and CI Poly prior to start
  • Experience with IP subnetting
  • Knowledge of L1 through L3 networking
  • Familiarity with static and dynamic routing protocols
  • Proficient in Cisco Systems networking, especially complex WAN configurations
  • Knowledge of DISA STIGs related to network devices
  • Security+ Certification required

Responsibilities

  • Design, deploy, and maintain networks for a large space program
  • Interface with teams to understand customer network requirements and implement solutions
  • Evaluate vendor products and recommend purchases for hardware and software
  • Conduct backup recovery and maintain system documentation
  • Architect and assist in deploying international networks
  • Implement Cyber requirements through STIG automation
  • Integrate network devices and servers to enhance functionality
  • Develop innovative solutions to address arising challenges

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Variety of health insurance options offered
  • Life and disability insurance provided
  • Participate in a savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) available
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Network Engineer - Level 2 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. In this role, you will provide network technical expertise to a large Space Program.

*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding and obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

What you'll get to do:
  • Design, deployment and maintenance of networks.
  • Interface with other groups to gain a heightened understanding of customer network requirements to include implementation of DISA STIGs.
  • Ancillary duties will include, but are not limited to: evaluation of vendor products, providing recommendations to purchase hardware and software, providing backup recovery, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, building of systems and computing asset management.
  • Architect and assist in the successful deployment of international networks.
  • Implement Cyber requirements via STIG automation.
  • Integration of networks / time servers and other network devices.
  • Assist with integrating products within labs and development environments.
  • Help to maintain the information assurance posture of the system.
  • Formulate innovative solutions to problems as they arise.


Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
  • Active Top Secret clearance required at the time of application, and the ability to obtain and maintain SCI and CI Poly prior to start
  • Experience with IP subnetting
  • Experience with L1 thru L3 networking
  • Experience with static and dynamic routing protocols
  • Knowledge of Cisco Systems networking, to include the deployment of complex WAN configurations across several sites (including international)
  • DISA STIG as they apply to network devices
  • Security+ Certification


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Solarwinds network monitoring
  • Experience with Cisco ISE applications
  • Experience with Crypto units
  • Microsoft Visio Diagram creation
  • CISSP or Microsoft OS Certification


Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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