Principal Network Cloud Communications

Northrop Grumman

. Design, integrate, secure, sustain, and monitor classified network environments spanning Microsoft Azure Government Secret Cloud and AWS Government Secret Cloud .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $89,400 - $155,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, integrating, and securing classified network environments, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure Government Secret Cloud and AWS Government Secret Cloud. Proficient in advanced network administration, routing, switching, and security protocols, while ensuring compliance with U.S. Government standards.

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Network AdministrationRouting Protocol ManagementNetwork Security ComplianceMicrosoft Azure GovernmentAWS Government Secret Cloud

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Hard Skills

LAN/WAN DesignRouting and SwitchingFirewall ManagementNetwork TroubleshootingVLAN ImplementationEncryption TechnologiesCapacity PlanningPerformance AnalysisBoundary DefenseSecure Tunneling

Soft Skills

Customer EngagementTechnical CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowJIRAWiresharkSolarWindsGrafanaPrometheusAnsibleTerraform

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+Microsoft Certified Azure Network Engineer AssociateAWS Certified Advanced Networking–SpecialtyCisco Enterprise Cloud Connectivity Specialist

Industry Keywords

NISPOM Chapter 8ICD 503RMFSTIGsJAFANJSIGIAT/IAM Level IIContinuous Evaluation ProgramGovernment Security ClearanceEthics Brief

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudCyber SecurityFirewallsGrafanaPrometheusServiceNowSwitchingTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, integrate, secure, sustain, and monitor classified network environments spanning Microsoft Azure Government Secret Cloud and AWS Government Secret Cloud
Support connectivity from air-gapped classified networks into enterprise and program-specific enclaves
Perform advanced network administration and engineering, including design, implementation, hardening, troubleshooting, and sustainment
Administer and optimize LAN, WAN, VPN, boundary defense, routing, switching, and encryption technologies
Plan, configure, implement, and document secure network solutions with segmentation and resilient access patterns
Lead configuration, testing, accreditation support, and deployment of routing, switching, firewall, and security appliance solutions
Develop and present technical network design recommendations to management, program stakeholders, and partner teams
Conduct capacity planning, performance analysis, and growth forecasting
Maintain network standards, implementation patterns, security documentation, and operational procedures
Resolve complex network incidents, service degradations, and security events across classified and cloud-connected environments
Engage customers to define requirements, translate mission needs into network designs, and develop implementation plans
Implement and troubleshoot VLANs, trunking, spanning tree, dynamic routing, secure tunneling, and boundary enforcement controls
Track engineering, incident, and implementation activities in ServiceNow and JIRA
Escalate high-risk technical issues and mission-impacting dependencies
Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems, cloud, and compliance teams through authorization, implementation, and sustainment
Produce engineering artifacts including diagrams, implementation plans, interface documentation, and troubleshooting guidance
Provide after-hours support for maintenance windows, incident response, and mission-critical cutovers
Work on-site full-time in secure facilities at Redondo Beach, California; Rolling Meadows, Illinois; Linthicum, Maryland; or Melbourne, Florida

Requirements

What you’ll need

SkillBridge participant eligibility: served at least 180 days on active duty
Within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Completed service TAPS/TGPS
Attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Unit Commander written authorization and approval before starting the internship
Current U.S. Government Secret security clearance with a closed investigation date within the last 6 years, or enrollment in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program
Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience, OR bachelor’s degree with 5 years, OR associate’s degree with 7 years, OR high school diploma/equivalent with 9 years of relevant experience
Experience designing and maintaining LAN/WAN-based networks
Experience managing routing protocols in large LAN/WAN environments
Experience with routers, switches, and firewalls
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for IAT/IAM Level II, typically CompTIA Security+ or equivalent, or complete these requirements within six months of hire
Experience with network security requirements, boundary protection, change control, and documentation in regulated or classified environments
U.S. citizenship required for government-cleared positions
Willingness to work on-site full-time; no virtual or telecommute options
Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds
Ability to provide after-hours support as required
Preferred: bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline
Preferred: active Top Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain SCI, SAP/SAR access, or polygraph eligibility
Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified Azure Network Engineer Associate, AWS Certified Advanced Networking–Specialty, or Cisco Enterprise Cloud Connectivity Specialist
Preferred knowledge of NISPOM Chapter 8, ICD 503, RMF, STIGs, JAFAN, JSIG, and related requirements
Preferred experience with Wireshark, SolarWinds, Grafana, Prometheus, Ansible, Terraform, native load balancing tools, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, encrypted transport, TACLANES, and Assessment and Authorization activities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential conversion to a full-time opportunity at the conclusion of SkillBridge training
Professional development
Networking with leadership
On-the-job training