2026 Associate Pathways Computer Systems Analyst - Chandler AZ

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking an Associate Computer Systems Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Chandler, Arizona location.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform as an Associate Computer Systems Analyst in support of classified government contracts.
• Exhibits good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers.
• Establishes and maintains customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies.
• Assists with the resolution of technical problems and answers queries by telephone, in support of internal customers computer hardware, software, network, and telecommunications systems.
• Awareness of operations surrounding multi-user computer systems, including collaboration with network, software, and system engineers, PC desktop technicians
• Able to support multiple networks, under direction ensuring necessary administration tasks are completed following all security policies and procedures.
• Follow documented technical processes and procedures in support of job duties as assigned.
• Report task statuses as required for all recurring and non-recurring efforts in written and oral format.
• Awareness to working across disciplines to isolate issues between software, firmware, and hardware, between software and operating systems, between networks and applications, and between one-time events and recurrent systematic problems.
• Support environments by means of ticketing requirements systems (ServiceNow, JIRA).
• Raises issues that require senior level attention or involvement.
• Lifts and moves equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Work after hours, and weekends, as needed.

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.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 0 years of experience
• Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree
• Able to obtain and maintain a US Secret Security Clearance and the ability to obtain a SAP
• Able to obtain a Security+ CE within 6 months
• Basic understanding of Windows Server OS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret SAP/SAR access
• Active Security+ CE certification
• 1 year of Information Technology experience with Windows Server Administration
• Basic knowledge of NISPOM Chapter 8, DCID 6/3-ICD 503, RMF, STIG, JAFAN, or JSIG information system environments
• Knowledge of Windows server domain management, including Windows AD, LDAP
• Awareness of basic network topologies
• Awareness of environmental monitoring tools (HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk)
• Basic knowledge of scripting
• Awareness of system imaging as they pertain to enterprise environments
• Experience with Assessment & Authorization processes

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!

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Salary Range

$59,900.00 - $89,900.00
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.