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About Northrop Grumman
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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JOB TITLE: Sr Principal Network Administrator - Secret
The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Sr Principal Network Administrator - Secret to support information system lifecycle activities for classified government contracts. In this role, you will define and execute long-term network architecture roadmaps, including SDWAN, ZeroTrust, and cloud-enabled networking. You will lead the design, integration, and implementation of large-scale, multidomain networks while overseeing migrations and cyber resilience initiatives. Key responsibilities include authoring enterprise-wide security frameworks, providing third-level technical support, and mentoring team members. Required skills include designing complex LAN/WAN networks using routers, switches, and firewalls, alongside Linux/Windows Systems Administration. You must possess a Secret security clearance and relevant certifications like Security+ CE or CCNA Security to manage complex telecommunications and encryption solutions within a secure environment.
Define and execute long-term network architecture roadmaps including SDWAN, ZeroTrust, and cloud-enabled networking.
Lead the design, integration, and implementation of large-scale, multidomain networks for classified missions.
Serve as a senior technical liaison to government customers and internal leadership to negotiate requirements and deliver briefings.
Author and enforce enterprise-wide network standards, policies, and security frameworks while auditing for compliance.
Provide third-level technical support for complex network, hardware, software, and telecommunications issues.
Develop innovative technical solutions for complex problems and ensure they adhere to established standards.
Monitor and analyze network systems while coordinating third-party maintenance and managing tickets in ServiceNow or JIRA.
Mentor junior and experienced team members to foster professional growth and enhance team capabilities.
What we're looking for
Must have a Master's degree with 6 years of experience, a Bachelor's with 8 years, an Associate's with 10 years, or a High School diploma with 12 years.
Must have experience designing and maintaining complex LAN/WAN based networks, including analysis and enhancement of routers, switches, and firewalls.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Linux/Windows Systems Administrator – IAT level II certification.
Must have a current U.S. Government Secret level security clearance.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret level security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Experience supporting Video Teleconferencing (VTCs) and deploying audio/visual technologies in classified environments (preferred).
Experience designing and managing large-scale, multidomain network architectures with expertise in advanced routing and security (preferred).