Network Communications Administrator - Secret

Network Communications Administrator 2/3 - Secret

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Top Secret

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time Description

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 secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. 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!

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a novice Network Administrator to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems support team in Melbourne, FL.

Note:

Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

Maintains smooth operation of LAN/WAN/VPNs.

Plans, designs, configures, and installs network hardware in support of customer requirements.

Maintains technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware / software interconnection, as well a interfacing, including routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, gateways, etc.

Proposes solutions to management.

Ensures all communication requirements (based on future needs and current usage) are configured 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.

May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment. Designs networks, or portions of networks, including the selection of hardware and software packages.

Lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds

Work after hours, and weekends, as needed

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

This position may filled at a higher level based on the qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

Master's Degree with 0 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 4 years of relevant experience; OR a High School diploma (or equivalent) with 6 years of relevant experience is required

Must have a Security+ CE certification (or higher)

Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered with the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment

Candidates must have the ability to obtain (and maintain) access to Special Programs prior to starting as a condition of employment

Must have work experience with designing and maintaining LAN/WAN based networks, managing routing protocols on large…