Network Support Tech 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.

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, but they’re also making history.
 

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Network Support Tech 2 based out of Boulder, CO.

What You’ll get to Do:

• Provides technical support for computers and associated networks.
• Installs, troubleshoots, services, tests, integrates, and verifies software.
• Provides software and some hardware support.
• Connects internal network terminals to existing data networks.
• Maintains network diagrams and circuit records. Maintains troubleshooting logs.
• Instructs users in the use of computers and networks.
• Investigates information, network, and communications needs of users, and makes recommendations regarding software and hardware purchases.
• Performs basic network software programming.
• Conduct assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.      
• Execute vulnerability assessments; ensure mitigation of risks and support obtaining certification and accreditation of systems.  

Basic Qualifications:  

• Education/Experience: Currently obtaining a AAS in Computer Science, Computer Technology, Cyber Security Specialist, Information Technology, Information Science with 0 years of experience
• Able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance per program requirements (i.e., Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI)
• Current CompTIA Security+CE Certification (DoD Approve 8570 Baseline Certification: IAT Level II)      

Preferred Qualifications  

• Current Active Secret, Top Secret, TS/SCI security clearance     
• A relevant, current technical certification (e.g., Windows Server 2008/2012, VMware VCP5/VCDX6) - A relevant, current security certification (e.g., Network+, Linux+, etc.…)
• Familiarity with Systems Administration with Linux, UNIX, or VMS
• Familiarity with writing scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Perl, or PowerShell - Familiarity with network concepts, including firewalls, switches, routing and Ip tables

Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00

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.