RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

**this position is contingent upon award and funding

Job Description:

The candidate will perform job duties as a Storage and Backup Architect specializing in advanced storage technologies, including NetApp ONTAP and Dell PowerStore. They will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing, and maintaining storage systems to ensure data integrity, availability, and security across various operational environments in support of the IBCS Product Line in Huntsville, Alabama. The candidate will collaborate closely with the Infrastructure team to enhance system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify, analyze, and resolve deficiencies in storage and backup systems.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to NetApp ONTAP, Dell PowerStore, and associated storage technologies.Manage and maintain storage and backup systems on-prem, including NetApp, Dell, and other SAN/NAS storage platforms.Develop and recommend corrective actions to improve storage performance and reliability.Monitor system performance to ensure high availability and optimal reliability.Perform regular data backups and recovery operations, ensuring data accessibility.Implement and maintain disaster recovery plans tailored to organizational needs.Collaborate with IT team members to support and enhance overall infrastructure performance.Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and security policies.Document system configurations, procedures, and policies for effective knowledge sharing.Conduct regular patching and upgrade cycles to maintain system integrity and performance.

Basic Qualifications:

**Principal: ** Experience: 5 years with a Bachelor’s in Science; 3 years with a Master’s; 0 years with a PhD; an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.**Senior Principal: ** Experience: 8 years with a Bachelor’s in Science; 6 years with a Master’s; 3 years with a PhD; an additional 4 years of related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.Secret Security Clearance.Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (e.g., Security+, etc.)Proficiency with managing storage appliances (e.g. SAN and NAS) Strong understanding of data protection and disaster recovery principlesAbility to manage storage quotas for all users across multiple environmentsExcellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant certifications (e.g., NetApp, Dell, or Veeam certifications)Additional Operating System Environment Certification (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.).Direct Experience with NetApp ONTAP storage appliancesDirect Experience with Dell PowerStore storage appliancesDirect Experience with Veeam Backup and Replication software and toolsExperience with tape backup appliancesFamiliarity with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).Knowledge of scripting and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python).Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math).Broad knowledge of systems administration across multiple technologies (e.g., Windows, Linux, Cisco, VMware, NetApp).

Salary Range: $102,400.00 - $153,600.00Salary Range 2: $127,000.00 - $190,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.