Requisition ID: 21016136Category: Information TechnologyLocation: Chantilly - VA, United States of AmericaCitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: PolygraphTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimePositions Available: 2At 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 "A cents € 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an experienced Principal /Sr. Principal Network Engineering to support an IT infrastructure network consolidation program in Chantilly, VA.A Network Engineer designs, develops, configures, integrates, installs and tests network systems.The candidates will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following tasks:Design and plan network communication systemsProvide specification and detailed schematics for network architectureDefine and develop techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs to include current and future capacityConduct testing of network designMaintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interface such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, switches, bridges, gateways, etc.Evaluate and report on new communication technologies to enhance capabilities of the networkTroubleshoot, upgrade and implement improvements to the entire enclave, to include but not limited to Cisco and JuniperThis requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.This requisition may be filled at either a Principal or Sr. Principal Level.Basic Qualifications for a Principal:5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 0 Years with PhDExperience with Cisco switches or routers and BGP,OSPF, multicast high availability, firewallsA Current Network Certification of an Industry Standard, ie, Cisco or Juniper Certified, CCNA, CCDA, CCDP, JNCP, etc.A valid CompTIA Security+ CE certification (IAT II or higher) OR the ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification (IAT II or higher) within the first 6 months of employmentA current active TS/SCI with PolyBasic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal:9 Years with Bachelors in Science; 7 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhDExperience with Cisco switches or routers and BGP,OSPF, multicast high availability, firewallsA Current Network Certification of an Industry Standard, ie, Cisco or Juniper Certified, CCNA, CCDA, CCDP, JNCP, etc.A valid CompTIA Security+ CE certification (IAT II or higher) OR the ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ CE certification (IAT II or higher) within the first 6 months of employmentA current active TS/SCI with PolyPreferred Qualifications:A cents € cents Experience with implementing IT infrastructures A cents € cents Experience with Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ASA, Aggregation Service Routers (ASR) hardware and softwareExperience with OPNET, WANDL, REDHAT or other similar toolsStrong working knowledge of IP address/Networking theory including common command line tools and commonly used ports to troubleshot and test network/connectivity issuesExperience as information assurance technician (IAT) level 1 or higherDemonstrated experience developing and troubleshooting applications on multiple platforms in an enterprise domainFamiliarity with firewall types/theory and configuration of OS installed FWsExperience working with government customers and other contractorsSalary Range: 91960 - 137940Salary Range 2: 114048 - 171072Employees 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 (we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.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 US Citizenship is required for most positions.