Requisition ID: R10172315- Category: Information Technology
- Location: Beale AFB, California, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Top Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 25 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems is seeking Senior Principal Systems Architect to join our Systems Engineering and Integration Team in Beale AFB CA. This role is required to be on site. No hybrid or telecommute available.
In this role you will be responsible to lead and maintain the smooth operation of a training systems in a development laboratory.
Responsibilities Include:
- Design and define system architecture for new or existing complex computer systems and supporting laboratory infrastructure.
- Determine systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security.
- Coordinate architecture, design of subsystems and integration into a total system architecture.
- Identify, analyzes, and resolves program support deficiencies.
- Develops and recommends corrective actions. Will consult with software baseline engineers to ensure successful system total design.
- Plan, evaluate, and coordinate installation and/or reconfiguration of Commercial off the Shelf (COTS) hardware and propriety software builds and ensure their functionality and interface within an entire system.
- 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.
- Prepare or ensures that appropriate network documentation exists, including operational instructions.
- Provide regular monitoring and network analysis regarding short- and long-range planning for in-house systems.
- May coordinate third-party maintenance for network equipment.
- May design network or portion of network that include selection of hardware and software packages.
We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Educational assistance is available to employees who want to continue to learn and develop skills/knowledge. Our educational assistance program supports employee development by providing resources such as:
- Free Education Advice: Call 855-222-2398 to speak with an experienced advisor to tailor an educational program to your career goals and needs.
- Tuition Savings at Accredited Schools: Access a network of accredited schools in a variety of locations (and online) to take advantage of reduced tuition costs and waived fees.
- Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have a Bachelors of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) with 8 Years relevant experience; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Years with PhD.
- Must have a current DOD Top Secret clearance (or higher) completed within the last 6 years.
- Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Must be able to maintain DoD Cybersecurity certifications such as IAT Level 3 Security Certification (Security +, CySA+, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP) or IAT DoD level 3 (CASP, CCNP-Security, CISA, CISSP, GCED, GCIH) or able to obtain and maintain within 6 months of start date.
- Must be willing to travel up to 25.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field with 8 years of relevant experience; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Years with PhD.
- Current IAT Level 2 security certification
- DoD 8570 IAT Level I Certification (Security+).
- Experience with VMware Virtualization
Salary Range: $127,000 - $190,600
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidates experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
