Manager Computer Systems Analysis - Top Secret

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.

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Manager Computer Systems Analysis 2 to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Colorado Springs, CO location. However, we may consider highly qualified candidates that want to work at our Boulder campus, as well.

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

• Lead Classified Solutions staff of system admins, desktop techs, and network engineers performing direct administration of Information Systems and associated classified networks.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities for managers and new leaders.
• Interact with internal key executives, CIDO Program Management Office and customers on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
• Identify skills needed and provide training to meet requirements.
• Work across disciplines to isolate issues between networks and applications.
• Align support activities with business goals, managing performance metrics and adapting resources as needs change.
• Implement tools and processes to make work visible and enable effective assignment and prioritization.
• Produce clear written reports and deliver oral briefings for all internal stakeholders and external partners, keeping everyone informed of status, risks, and outcomes.
• Interact, meet, discuss, and troubleshoot issues with vendors; evaluate vendor products, services, and suggestions.
• Analyze and make recommendations to internal or external customer requirements and determine equipment and software requirements for solutions to problems.
• Support customer programs and perform functional management duties based on business needs and performance.

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 7 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Master's degree with a 5 years of relevant technical experience; OR a PhD with 2 years of relevant technical experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Systems Administrator – IAT level II certification at a minimum (examples: Security+ CE, CND, CCNA Security, SSCP, GICSP, GSEC, CCISO)
• Experience with Windows domains, including but not limited to Active Directory, GPOs, Policies, and permissions
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum) to be considered

Preferred Qualifications :

• The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Information Technology, a Security+ CE, and 6 years of technical experience with 2 years of functional management background within classified environments
• Active SCI
• CISM or CISSP certification
• Experience and familiarity with IT infrastructure (i.e., virtualization, networking, datacenter architecture or systems administration)
• Experience managing IT teams
• Experience implementing RMF or other cybersecurity related compliance frameworks

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!