Staff Network Engineer

At Northrop Grumman, we are seeking an experienced Staff Network Engineer to support a program in Fairfax, VA. The successful candidate will design and plan network communication systems, provide specification and detailed schematics for network architecture, and maintain technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interface.

Requirements

• BS + 12 years of exp; MS + 10 years of exp; PhD + 7 years of exp; or 16 years of related experience in lieu of degree
• Current active TS/SCI clearance at the time of application
• Understanding of communication architecture and communication HW
• Experience with, and knowledge of, Cisco IOS and Cisco Nexus Operating systems
• Experience with Cisco appliances, specifically Firepower firewalls and TACACS+ services
• Intimate knowledge and experience designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Network switching and routing protocols.
• Basic systems administration knowledge and skills
• CompTIA Network+ certification or another industry certification
• In depth understanding of IPV4 Network sub/super netting, CIDR, and DNS
• Experience with ServiceNow submitting and tracking requests
• Understanding and experience with designing, writing, and implementing FCRs
• Experience with SolarWinds or other Network Management tools
• Experience with WAN operations and protocols

Benefits

• Overtime
• Shift differential
• Discretionary bonus
• Annual bonuses
• Long Term Incentives
• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business