Principal Network Administrator

Requisition ID : R10169788

At 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning.

We’re looking for innovators, who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader.

At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

Networking Technology Professionals, We Want You!

Northrop Grumman Global Operations Security is seeking a well-qualified Network Communications Engineer to join our qualified, diverse, and dynamic team of technical professionals.

This position is located in the Rolling Meadows, IL area.

Note- The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, at our facility / campus. This is not a virtual position.

Role and Responsibilities include :

• Maintains smooth operation of LAN / WAN Information Systems.
• Plans, designs, configures, and installs 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, gateways, etc.
• Proposes solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings.
• Creates and 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.
• 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, and OSPF
• Interface regularly with customers and manage customer installation timelines and deliverables to help facilitate successful deployments.
• Able to design and implement an enterprise network. Recommends 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.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, Project, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!

Basic Qualifications :

Master's Degree with 3 years of Information Technology experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of Information Technology experience;

OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of Information Technology experience; OR a High School Diploma / GED with 9 years of Information Technology 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 CCNA certification (or a higher level Cisco certification such as CCNP, or CCIE) in order to be considered
• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT level II baseline certification (example : Security+ CE)
• Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered

Preferred Qualifications :

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree Network Engineering, Security+ CE, a Cisco CCNP, and 6 years of Network design, analysis, and administration of routers, switches, hubs, and firewalls
• Experience in the use of network analysis tools (i.e. WireShark, SolarWinds, Opnet, etc.) would be nice to have
• Experience with configuring TACLANES would be ideal
• 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 Top Secret, or TS / SCI access, would be nice to have

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself.

At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.

We also offer exceptional benefits / healthcare, a 9 / 80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Salary Range : $93,000 - $139,600The 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.

Employees 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 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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.