Job Posting
Relocation and Clearance Information
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: 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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
Northrop Grumman’s Chief Information and Digital Office (CIDO) organization is seeking a SW Application Administrator/Analyst to support classified programs in Melbourne, FL. The position will deploy, research, support, customize, and maintain the suite of Commercial and Open Source applications used by business, Software and Systems Engineering.
Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:
- Configure, deploy and administer commercial and open source software
- Maintain strong expertise and knowledge of current and emerging technologies and products.
- Provide best practice, recommendations and guidance to manage SSLM operations at scale
- Ability to implement a configuration management solution
- Scripting for DevOps processes
- Server Configuration
- CI/CD Automation
- Docker container deployment
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience OR Master's degree w/ zero (0) years of related experience OR 6 years of experience in lieu of education
- Must have a Security+ security certification OR have the ability to obtain within 90 days from hire date.
- Candidates must have a current US Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) in order to be considered
- Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment
- Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems experience
- Experience with Server/Client SW installation
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Active US Government Top Secret, SCI, or SAP/SAR access is preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Atlassian Suite Configuration, Management and Basic JQL/AQL/CQL
- Experience with configuring/deploying website applications that utilize Internet Information Services (IIS), Apache, Tomcat, NodeJS, Python, Java or other web services and technology stacks
- Experience with .net framework applications
- Load Balancers: Apache, HA Proxy experience desired
- Exposure to web-based software development or operations
- Exposure to Cloud technologies
- Have a broad understanding of development, web operations, SDLC, etc
- Scripting languages: Python, PowerShell, JavaScript or Groovy
- Experience with Postgres and MS SQL Server desired
Benefits and Salary
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00
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.
Application Information
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.
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- flexible work arrangements
- phenomenal learning opportunities
- exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
- friendly team environment
- 9/80 work schedule
- great 401k matching program
- exceptional benefits/healthcare
- Company paid holidays
- paid time off (PTO)