Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Roy, UT
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49 days ago
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Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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TL;DR · Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

The Principal Cyber Systems Engineer/Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – 19899 joins the Sentinel Flight Systems Guidance Software Integration & Test team to maintain test set equipment and configuration. This role involves operating and maintaining Windows and Linux-based test systems, equipment, and networks while installing patches, updates, and firmware. The engineer will administer user accounts, roles, and permissions, harden software, and troubleshoot switches, servers, and network connections. Key responsibilities include maintaining network diagrams, cyber records, and configuration baselines while designing and validating new environments. Required skills include Linux/RHEL and Windows systems administration, network infrastructure configuration, and experience with RTOS. The position supports the Sentinel program by managing cyber requests for hardware and software and ensuring cybersecurity compliance within a dynamic technical environment.

What you'll do

  • Operate and maintain Windows and Linux-based test systems, equipment, and networks.
  • Install and verify patches, updates, and firmware for Windows and Linux systems.
  • Administer user accounts, roles, and permissions for Windows and Linux environments.
  • Harden and update software, drivers, and operating systems to ensure security.
  • Configure and troubleshoot switches, servers, and network connections.
  • Maintain network diagrams, cyber records, approvals, and configuration baselines.
  • Design, stand up, and validate new Windows and Linux environments and network configurations.
  • Analyze and fulfill change requests for existing Windows and Linux environments.

What we're looking for

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must hold an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance and an active Enhanced Security Clearance (SAP).
  • Must meet DoD 8140 Certification Requirements and hold an active Sec+ certification.
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, Master's with 3 years, PhD with 1 year, or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, Master's with 6 years, PhD with 4 years, or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • 4+ years of experience maintaining IT equipment, servers, switches, and networked systems, including Linux/RHEL and Windows systems administration.
  • 5+ years of experience maintaining IT equipment, servers, switches, and networked systems, including Linux/RHEL and Windows systems administration.
  • Experience installing patches, managing user accounts, and configuring network infrastructure for Linux/RHEL and Windows environments.

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