Network Admin

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10110083Category: Information TechnologyLocation: Colorado Springs, CO, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available: 1At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is looking for a Network Administrator to join our team based out of Colorado Springs, CO location.Essential Functions:Maintain smooth operation of classified network.Plan, evaluate, configure, and install network hardware in accordance with customer requirements.Maintain technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.May propose solutions to management to ensure 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.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.May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.General knowledge of Windows and Linux required to help administrators as required with server and desktop tasks.Represent the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.The ability to multi-task and good communication skills, both verbal and written, are required.Basic Qualifications:Associate's degree and 7 years of experience, or Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience, or Master's degree and 3 years of experience; a High School diploma or equivalent and 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.IAT Level II certification is required on Day 1 (Security+CE, CCNA-Security, SSCP, etc.); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.Active DoD Secret security clearance on day 1 of employment; the ability to maintain the required security clearance will be a condition of continued employment.Experience with Cisco hardware including routers, switches, and firewalls.Preferred Qualifications:Current CCNAPrevious 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 experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, etc.).Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments - VMWare Systems Administration and/or Cloud Architect certification(s).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 experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, Opnet, etc.).Experience designing LAN and WAN based networks.Experience performing operations in an Agile framework.Salary Range: $86,300 USD - $129,500 USDEmployees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making 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 complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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