Senior Principal Network Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chantilly, VA
Salary
$129,300–$193,900 / yr
Posted
44 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Similar $157k
This role $162k
$103k most similar roles pay here $222k

This role pays less than 55% of similar roles. Most pay $139,200–$175,262 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $162k versus about $157k for comparable roles.

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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

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,900–$176,300 across 353 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Principal Network Engineer

As a Sr. Principal Network Engineer, you will join a diverse team of engineers and system administrators to manage mission-critical network infrastructure. You will provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 support, perform network upgrades, collect data for analysis, and create technical documentation including VISIO diagrams and standard operating procedures. The role involves providing engineering and administrative support for developers and testers while maintaining strict security standards through STIG configurations. You will utilize Cisco CLI commands, Juniper JunOS, and firewall concepts to resolve complex problems in a fast-paced environment. Required skills include troubleshooting via the OSI model, physical infrastructure tasks like racking equipment and pulling fiber, and familiarity with Risk Management Framework processes. The work focuses on maintaining secure, integrated systems that support essential mission infrastructure within a high-security government defense context.

What does a Network Engineer earn?

Median $147000 from 81 postings across 20 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 support for mission-critical network infrastructure.
  • Monitor and maintain network systems while performing necessary hardware upgrades.
  • Develop and implement technical solutions to support mission-essential infrastructure.
  • Analyze existing networks to provide proactive recommendations for efficiency and change.
  • Maintain, test, and apply STIG configurations for various network devices.
  • Resolve security findings and "Break Fix" events across the infrastructure.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation including Standard Operating Procedures and VISIO diagrams.
  • Provide engineering and administrative support for teams of developers and testers.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active TS/SCI clearance with a Polygraph.
  • Must hold an active DoD 8570 IAT Level II or higher certification, such as CompTIA Security+.
  • Must have at least 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.
  • Experience troubleshooting technical issues based on the OSI model.
  • Proficiency in making ethernet cables, pulling fiber, and racking equipment.
  • Firm understanding of Cisco CLI commands and Juniper JunOS commands or firewall concepts.
  • Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds for racking server and network equipment.

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