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Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation

Computer Systems Architect\Principal Computer System Architect -AHT

United States-Alabama-Huntsville Posted today $87,600

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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. Job Description: Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is looking for Computer System Architects based out of Huntsville, Alabama for the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System is a revolutionary, network enabled command-and control system developed by Northrop Grumman that Poland has deployed to unify its air and missile defense sensors and shooters. IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System delivers a single integrated air picture with unprecedented accuracy and broadens surveillance and protection areas. By implementing IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System into their militaries, the US and other nations are transforming their integrated missile defense capabilities in a consistent manner. This requisition may be filled at either a Computer System Architect – Level 2 or a Principal Computer Systems Architect – Level 3. • Basic Qualifications for a Computer System Architect – Level 2:  2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree • Basic Qualifications for Principal Computer Systems Architect – Level 3:  5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree Basic Qualifications: • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) system administration experience • Strong software, system, and network troubleshooting skills • Ability to script or work at the command line level within RHEL and Windows-based systems (Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell, or Python) • Basic understanding of all phases of software development, and practical experience in an Agile/DevOps environment • Basic understanding of networking to include subnets, routing, VLANs, etc. • Must have an active Secret Clearance • Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security+, etc.)   Preferred Qualifications: • Understanding of routing/switching and experience debugging network-oriented applications • Experience with automation tools such as Ansible • Administration experience with VMware vSphere 7.x or higher • Experience integrating COTS, GOTS and custom software in a security constrained environment • Working knowledge of Linux systems in a Windows Domain environment • Experience with Air & Missile Defense Command and Control programs such as IBCS, PATRIOT, SENTINEL, C2BMC or THAAD or any sensor/weapon system, Link 16 experience • Experience with implementing STIGs and tracking non-compliance on Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M)  • Previous experience with Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, Fisheye, Crucible, etc.) • Ability to generate procedures that test functionality • Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.) Primary Level Sala

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