Sr. Principal Software Application Admin.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 of 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) is seeking an Application Administrator/Analyst to support classified programs at our Huntsville, AL and Niceville, FL locations. The position will deploy, research, support, customize, and maintain the suite of Commercial and Open-Source applications used by 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, full-time at our Huntsville, AL and Niceville, FL campuses.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Troubleshoot, configure, upgrade, patch, and maintain the Primavera database
• 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.
• Implement a configuration management solution.
• Server configuration.
• Docker container deployment.
• Research, design, develop, and/or modify enterprise-wide systems and/or application software.
• Coordinate activities with Product Owner.
• Participate in Agile development activities, in keeping with SAFe.
• Evaluate system interfaces and operational requirements.
• Document testing and maintenance of system corrections.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related STEM discipline with eight (8) years of experience, or a Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related STEM discipline with six (6) years of experience; a High School diploma and twelve (12) years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Secret level security clearance in order to be considered.
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Must have a U.S. Government 8140 security certification (ex. Security+ or greater), or the ability to obtain the required certification within 90 days of start date; maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
• Experience with Oracle/SQL.
• Must have demonstrated experience with both Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Internet Information Services (IIS) experience.
• Windows and UNIX/Linux operating systems experience.
• Server/Client SW installation experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current U.S. Government 8140 security certification (ex. Security+ or greater).
• Primavera application admin experience.
• MECM Experience.
• Exposure to web-based software development and/or operations.
• Exposure to Cloud technologies.
• A broad understanding of development, web operations, SDLC, etc.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Experience with scripting languages: python, PowerShell, or JavaScript.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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: $122,800.00 - $203,600.00

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.