Sentinel - Principal​/Sr. Principal Systems Network Architect - R10202390

Sentinel - Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Network Architect (R) – Northrop Grumman

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 and 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. We have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Manhattan Beach, CA

No relocation assistance available

Secret

Yes, 25% of the time

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Systems Network Architect to support the Sentinel program. This role will support the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production, and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure.

• Execute a comprehensive network strategy aligned with the organization’s goals, focusing on digital engineering, digital thread, and advanced analytics across weapon system design from initial development through sustainment.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable network infrastructure, including network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection per DoD requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and business leaders to align data initiatives with program goals.
• Develop and enable program network risk management processes in concurrence with program risk management.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging industry and DoD trends and technologies in network frameworks, management, and analytics and ensure proper utilization where applicable.
• Mentor and support building a high‑performing network team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Serve as a thought leader, representing the company at industry forums, conferences, and with government and commercial partners.
• Display strong stakeholder management skills, including presenting solutions to senior leadership.
• Lead organizational change and ensure successful adoption of new technologies and best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead high‑performing teams, including recruitment, performance management, and professional development.
• Implement Dev Ops frameworks for network teams, improving operational efficiency and reducing time‑to‑insight.
• Drive company‑wide network strategy and innovation, aligning technical goals with business objectives.
• Influence and gain buy‑in from key stakeholders, ensuring alignment and successful project delivery.
• Manage network governance, security, modeling, and enterprise architecture frameworks.
• Provide experience in understanding, managing, and integrating business or DoD Program inputs and interfaces across a variety of tool sets and data sources.
• Network architecture development with understanding of network design, architecture, specifications, and equipment selection per DoD requirements.
• Knowledge in IP4 and IPv6 network design, including IP subnetting and protocols, TCP/IP, BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, QoS, and SD‑WAN.
• Knowledge in network management protocols such as SNMP, SSH, syslog, RADIUS/TACACS.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies including virtual software, machines, networks, and appliances.
• Knowledge of Active Directory, LDAP, DNS, and Group Policy.
• Knowledge of cyber products for systems: logging, vulnerability scanning, intrusion detection, patching systems, anti‑virus, and related processes.
• Knowledge of RMF, STIG, and requirements development from control listings.
• Knowledge of all areas of network and software interconnections and interfacing:…