Principal Network Engineer (Active TS/SCI clearance) Jobs

Principal Network Engineer

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued. Start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world's biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible.

With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Network Engineer based out of Tampa, FL. Please 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.

What You'll Get to Do

Responsibilities As a Principal Network Engineer at Northrop Grumman you will maintain smooth operations of local area, worldwide and virtual private networks (VPN). Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation and/or reconfiguration of hardware and software elements of data and/or voice communication network. Maintain technical expertise in all areas of networks and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc. May propose solutions to management to ensure all communications requirements based on future needs and current usage, configuring such solutions to optimize cost savings. Prepare or ensure that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions. Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems. Potential to be involved in the planning and design of a network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages. You will be working with our experienced engineering team developing industry leading virtual environments to support Department of Defense Cyber efforts. This provides an environment to grow your expertise and sharpen your skills & knowledge. These environments are detailed engineering representations of current and future cyber systems, and our team is always looking for highly motivated individuals with impeccable work ethic and a strong ability to work in a collaborative dynamic team environment.

Physical Networking:

• Command line experience configuring Cisco firewalls, routers, and switches
• Ability to provide design documentation and engineering assistance on Cisco switches and routers prior to shipment and installation
• Develop secure baseline configurations of Cisco switches and routers to a DISA STIG level requirement
• Able to conduct analysis of alternatives and develop an engineering basis for product selection criteria resulting in solutions that represent the best value

Virtual Networking:

• Analyze VMware's network traffic management to identify and resolve misconfigurations, software glitches, and ensure seamless VM connectivity.
• Troubleshoot overlay routing issues within VMware NSX, ensuring smooth operation and uninterrupted service delivery.
• Configure vRealize Operations (vROPS) to monitor and optimize VMware NSX performance.
• Quickly diagnose and resolve connectivity issues across both physical Cisco hardware and VMware NSX environments.
• Implement automation strategies to streamline network configuration processes, maximizing efficiency and minimizing manual intervention.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of IT experience is required.
• US Citizenship
• Active Top Secret / SCI security clearance to be considered. TS/SCI clearance must be in place by the start date and must stay in place through employment.
• Must possess a current DoD 8570 Certification for IAT Level II or higher prior to start date (example: Security+ CE)
• Must be an expert in layer 2 and layer 3 networking and able to design and troubleshoot complex physical and virtual networks
• Must be knowledgeable in VMware NSX design, operation, and troubleshooting
• Must be knowledgeable in remote-access and dynamic multipoint VPN solutions
• Must be able to configure overlay and underlay networks and understand the dependencies and implications of changes
• Must be able to work multiple tasks simultaneously and perform schedule deconfliction

Preferred Qualifications:

• Core understanding of VMware vCenter and ESXi
• Able to develop automation scripts to deploy, configure, and maintain network components
• Able to use tools to interact with APIs automate configuration changes
• CCNA level or higher networking certification
• VCAP-NV level or higher networking certification

What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, and much more!