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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. 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 Mission Systems is seeking a Manager Computer Systems Analysis 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Linthicum, MD, and will require the selected candidate to work on-site, full-time, at our Linthicum, MD campus. As the functional manager, the successful candidate will bring a strong management approach with the ability to also understand technical details and lead this important service offering; the selected candidate will provide day to day hands on administration of the classified IT infrastructure. This position requires strong leadership and excellent communication skills with a focus on program management to deliver, as it is a geographically dispersed team of systems administrators, network engineers, and desktop technicians. An ability to interface with all levels of management is important. Additional responsibilities will include interfacing with sector Vice Presidents, their staff, sector program managers, and executive leadership; developing program plans and milestones and successfully delivering on them; ensuring processes are documented and followed; and ensuring services remain available and relevant to our customers. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels. Basic Qualifications: Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree in addition to 7 years of experience (with a Master's) or 9 years of experience (with a Bachelor's). Candidates must have a current DOD Secret level security clearance (at minimum) to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years or must be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP), in order to be considered; candidates must have the ability to obtain a DOD Top Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment. The selected candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain a polygraph as a condition of continued employment. The selected candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP/SAR) clearance as a condition of continued employment. Strong leadership qualities including excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to interface with all levels of employees and management. Minimum 3 years’ project management experience. Experience directing the day-to-day activities of IT professionals. Ability to travel as needed. Preferred Qualifications: Current DoD Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance. Familiarity with enterprise data center architectures and technologies. Familiarity with virtualization and cloud computing technologies. Familiarity with NISPOM, RMF, and JSIG standards. Experience performing operations in an Agile framework. Experience giving technical presentations to technical and non-technical attendees. Experience providing surge support to other programs as needed. Active vendor-based IT certification. Experience performing systems administration of Windows or Linux servers and/or experience building and maintaining networks utilizing Cisco technologies. Active Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent certification. We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself. 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!