Senior Principal Network Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Location
Chantilly, VA
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Full-time
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90 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 · Senior Principal Network Engineer

JOB TITLE: Sr. Principal Network Engineer Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Network Engineer to join a diverse team of engineers, system administrators, and operators. You will provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 support for mission-critical network infrastructure, performing upgrades, data collection, and creating documentation like VISIO diagrams. Key responsibilities include maintaining STIG configurations, responding to security findings, and collaborating with developers to build solutions for mission-essential infrastructure. You must possess expertise in Cisco CLI, Juniper JunOS, firewall concepts, and the OSI model. Required skills include experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF), Authority to Operate (ATO) processes, and physical tasks like pulling fiber or racking equipment. This role solves complex networking challenges within a fast-paced environment to support secure, integrated, multi-domain systems and software-secure technologies.

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What you'll do

  • Provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 support for mission-critical network infrastructure.
  • Develop, implement, and support solutions for mission-essential systems.
  • Analyze existing networks and provide proactive recommendations to improve efficiency.
  • Maintain, evaluate, test, and apply STIG configurations for network devices.
  • Respond to security findings and break-fix events across the infrastructure.
  • Create and maintain network documentation, including SOPs and VISIO diagrams.
  • Provide onsite engineering and administrative support for developers and testers.

What we're looking for

  • Must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph and the ability to maintain it.
  • Must have an active DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification, such as CompTIA Security+.
  • Must have 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6 years with a Master's, 4 years with a PhD, or 12 years without a degree.
  • Must have experience troubleshooting technical issues based on the OSI model.
  • Must have experience making ethernet cables, pulling fiber, and racking equipment.
  • Must have a firm understanding of Cisco CLI commands and Juniper JunOS commands or firewall concepts.
  • Must have experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Must have experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems, software, and specialty engineers.

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