RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

 

Information Technology Professionals, We Want You!

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a highly experienced Classified Systems Architect to join its dynamic team of technical professionals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems support team.

Note- The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time, at one of the following facilities: Elkton, Maryland, Linthicum, Maryland, Annapolis Junction, Maryland or Roy, Utah. This is not a virtual position.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Perform as Classified Systems Architect for the Defense Systems Sector.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal or external customers, in written and oral format.
• Develop and maintain hardware and software standards that provide functional and compliant baselines for the Defense Systems Sector.
• Provide input to classified solutions and our business partners on deployment strategies and timelines.
• Analyze internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems by means of automated systems.
• Provide SME (Subject Matter Expert) and mentoring support to internal and external members
• Recommend and implement system enhancements and automations that will improve the performance and reliability of the system including installing, upgrading/patching, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration management.
• Recommend and implement standardized toolsets to repositories to allow for unified system support across the Defense Sector
• Develop standardized solutions to deliver resiliency to Classified Solutions systems, provide SME input on custom solutions as required.
• Develop test plans and acceptance criteria for new releases of products to ensure compatibility and minimize user impact.
• Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed.
• Make recommendations to purchase hardware, software, system components.
• Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Adhere to strict Information Systems security guidelines in all cases.
• Lead projects and report on status as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts.
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
• 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!

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's Degree with 12 years of IT experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 14 years of IT experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 18 years of IT experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 20 years of IT experience is required

• Must have a DOD 8570 IAT Level II, or higher, certification (example: Security+ CE); maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment

• Experience managing Windows Server OS

• Experience with designing Windows domain architectures, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions

• Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance, to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered 

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, MCSE (or similar Microsoft cert), and 12 years of Windows Server Administration to include VMWare, Active Directory, and Group Policy in a classified environment

• DoD 8570 Certification in a primary Operating System (Windows, Linux, Cisco)

• Experience operating under and managing systems within NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments

• Understanding of basic networking, including subnets, routing, and VLANs; Cisco experience and/or certification

• Creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment

• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining computer hardware in a networked environment

• Windows server management experience

• Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems.

• Linux Operating System experience and/or certification for current versions

• Red Hat certification for current version

• VMWare experience with current version

• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk).

• Mid to Advanced level Scripting experience

• Experience with the creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment

• Experience with Certification & Accreditation process

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation.  Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.  We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.  Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00

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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.