Principal Network Field Engineer

Northrop Grumman

Base: $85,600 - $128,400; bonus: discretionary bon...
Secret security clearance required
75% travel to hazardous locations
Administer cisco routers and firewalls
This position offers the opportunity to deploy 75% of the year to classified and hazardous duty locations worldwide while working on revolutionary mission-enabling systems

Job Summary

  • This position offers the opportunity to deploy 75% of the year to classified and hazardous duty locations worldwide while working on revolutionary mission-enabling systems.
  • The role involves operating and maintaining complex tactical communication systems, including Linux servers, network devices, and voice services for real-world operations.
  • Northrop Grumman provides a competitive salary range, discretionary bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Matching Summary

This position offers the opportunity to deploy 75% of the year to classified and hazardous duty locations worldwide while working on revolutionary mission-enabling systems.

Salary

Base: $85,600 - $128,400; Bonus: Discretionary bonus and annual performance bonuses available; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Secret security clearance required
  • 75% travel to hazardous locations
  • Administer Cisco routers and firewalls
  • Manage IP based networks
  • Troubleshoot airborne and terrestrial systems

Nice-to-have

  • Linux Red Hat system administration experience
  • Experience with military COMSEC handling
  • Knowledge of HAIPEs and KG-250x encryptors
  • Familiarity with Palo Alto firewalls
  • Understanding of airborne equipment installation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • DOD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ CE or CCNA/CCNP)
  • Valid U.S. Passport with 6 months validity
  • U.S. Citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance
  • Pass physical health assessment and fitness standards

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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