Manager Computer Systems Analysis 2

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.

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in unmanned systems, cyber security, C4ISR and logistics and modernization to government and commercial customers worldwide. The Classified Services Organization is seeking a manager to lead one of the infrastructure teams located at our Palmdale, CA sites. The successful candidate will build teams and create an inclusive culture in a geographically diverse environment.  Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

 

• Direct supervision/management of a staff of 20+ desktop support technicians across multiple locations.

• Interact with internal key executives and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations and provide guidance and oversight to the employees to complete key deliverables.

• The successful candidate must be entrepreneurial, a self-starter, and have the ability to challenge the status quo.

• This individual will provide innovative solutions that create strategic value to our customers.

• The successful candidate must be customer-focused with proven leadership and excellent communication skills, as well as a leader in change management.    

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 7 years of experience. Or, Masters Degree and 9 years of experience. 4 additional years of experience can be substituted for the Bachelors Degree.
• An active TS security clearance is required on Day 1 of employment; maintaining the required security clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• The ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company, and also by customer and/or program requirements; maintaining a SAP/SAR clearance will be a condition of continued employment.
• Experience performing systems administration of Windows
• Working knowledge of:
  • Active Directory (AD) maintenance and support.
  • Group Policy (GPO).
  • DNS management.
  • DHCP and scopes.
  • Windows Server Update Servers (WSUS), SCCM or similar update service.
  • Virtual technologies.
• Selected candidate will be required to have an active Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar DoD 8570 IAM Level I or II security certification; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with enterprise data center architectures and technologies.
• Familiarity with virtualization and cloud computing technologies.
• Familiarity with NISPOM, RMF, and JSIG standards.
• Ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.
• Experience giving technical presentations to technical and non-technical attendees.
• Experience providing surge support to other programs as needed.
• Active vendor-based IT certification. 

Salary Range: $134,600 USD - $201,800 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.