Full-Time

Staff Data Center Architect

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Compensation Overview

$171k - $256.4k/yr

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

Chantilly, VA, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Server Administration
Cloud Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in IT disciplines, some of which should be in a lead role
  • Demonstrated experience with software virtualization products
  • Demonstrated experience in strategic planning/roadmap development and execution for operational systems
  • Ability to obtain and maintain CompTIA Security+ Certificate. This certificate must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • Demonstrated experience with modern virtualization software and releases (Azure, VMware or similar).
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Top Secret/SCI clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable amount of time, as determined by the company.
Responsibilities
  • Design and maintain an on-premise multi-tenant data center environment.
  • Act as point of contact (POC) for the customer on all technical related issues, including Tier 1-3 support.
  • Develop engineering documentation for system configuration
  • Execute engineering projects on schedule.
  • Generate and redline documented procedures and troubleshoot.
  • Demonstrate good coordination, planning, and documentation skills.
  • Implement engineering changes to the system as required.
Desired Qualifications
  • Current Special Program Access
  • Active CompTIA Security+ Certification
  • Demonstrated expertise with mission support systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in IT process improvement through software automation process.
  • Demonstrated experience with on-premise data centers, cloud services, and edge computing.
  • Experience administrating of vSphere and vCF; experience with ESXi, vCenter, NSX and VDI
  • Experience trouble shooting of VMware products in a production environment
  • Experience administrating Container Technologies (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker) in a production environment
  • Operating System Certification (Linux+, VMware Certified, etc.)
  • Aria Automation (vRA) and Aria Operations (vRO) experience
  • Scripting experience with vRO (PowerShell, Python, JavaScript).
  • Experience administrating Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 (or equivalent) or above.
  • Experience administrating of NetApp Storage system On Tap and Storage grid.
  • In-depth experience in Operations and Maintenance activities of IT infrastructure
  • Experience configuring/maintaining Networking Hardware (Switch, Router)
  • 5 or more years of experience with modern virtualization software and releases (Azure, VMware or similar).
  • 5 or more years of experience as a technical lead

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products work by combining cutting-edge technology with extensive research and development to create comprehensive solutions tailored to specific defense needs. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts, which offer a stable revenue stream and allow for ongoing innovation. The company's goal is to maintain its leadership position in the aerospace and defense market by continuously advancing its technological capabilities and meeting the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's innovation in AI technologies.
  • Cybersecurity's rising importance aligns with Northrop Grumman's expertise in advanced cyber defense.
  • Partnerships with commercial space companies open new innovation and market expansion avenues.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from Boeing in next-generation stealth fighter jets.
  • Over-reliance on government contracts exposes Northrop Grumman to budget cuts or policy changes.
  • Integration challenges with Titomic's evolving additive manufacturing technology.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems and advanced cyber defense technologies.
  • The company is a leader in integrating AI into C4ISR systems.
  • Northrop Grumman's digital engineering capabilities enhance aerospace manufacturing efficiency.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

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