Network Communications Manager

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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector (NGDS) is seeking a Network Communications Manager 1 to join our growing team of diverse professionals supporting the Army National Guard (ARNG) Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP) at Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho. This position is contingent upon contract award, budget, and customer approval. Responsibilities: Leads the Network Support Team (NST) providing the communication architecture for the efficient and effective operation of the installation network. Develops, coordinates, and implements exercise support communications plans. Configures communications equipment. Implements Cyber Security processes. Assists in installing equipment and circuitry in support of exercises. Works closely with the Mission Training Complex (MTC) Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and MTC Information System Security Manager (ISSM) in facilitating the maintenance of Authority to Operate (ATO) within the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Basic Qualifications: One of the following: Bachelor’s degree in Network Management or a related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience in Network Architecture design and implementation. Master’s degree in Network Management or a related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience in Network Architecture design and implementation. Experience with: advanced planning, troubleshooting and maintenance on the Microsoft server platform, Cisco router, switch, and firewall configuration, Synchronous Optical Network (SONET) configuration/architecture, Specific product lines (Cisco, Fujitsu, Hewlett Packard, and Tripwire), RMF Assess and Authorize process and Cyber Security requirements. Must have or be able to acquire Information Assurance Training (IAT) Level II Certification within 180 days from start of work. Must have an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance. Strong understanding of technology integration and information flow including LAN/WAN, firewalls, security, storage, and backup methodologies. Employee will frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds around the worksite. Must be able to support shifts that occur outside normal working hours to support 24/7 operations during exercise events that may be more than 40 hours per week. Must be able to travel as needed (up to 25% of the time). Must be able to work on-site at Gowen Field in Boise, Idaho. Preferred Qualifications: Hold additional CompTIA certifications, such as Security+, Network+ and A+. Vendor certifications for CCNA, Windows, Server, and Redhat Linux.