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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Computer Systems Architect\Principal Computer System Architect - - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Salary:** $87,600.0 - $131,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Confluence, FishEye (Software), JIRA, Bash Shell, Command-Line Interface, Custom Software, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Subnetting, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Link 16, Routing, Windows Domain, PowerCLI, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Virtual Local Area Networks, VMware VSphere, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Bitbucket, Atlassian Bamboo, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vmware - **Published:** July 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9012385/computer-systems-architectprincipal-computer-system-architect ## About the Role * Basic Qualifications for a Computer System Architect - Level 2: 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree * Basic Qualifications for Principal Computer Systems Architect - Level 3: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD or 4 additional years in lieu of a degree, Basic Qualifications: * Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) system administration experience * Strong software, system, and network troubleshooting skills * Ability to script or work at the command line level within RHEL and Windows-based systems (Bash, PowerCLI, PowerShell, or Python) * Basic understanding of all phases of software development, and practical experience in an Agile/DevOps environment * Basic understanding of networking to include subnets, routing, VLANs, etc. * Must have an active Secret Clearance * Current DoD 8570 IAT Level II Certification (i.e., Security+, etc.), * Understanding of routing/switching and experience debugging network-oriented applications * Experience with automation tools such as Ansible * Administration experience with VMware vSphere 7.x or higher * Experience integrating COTS, GOTS and custom software in a security constrained environment * Working knowledge of Linux systems in a Windows Domain environment * Experience with Air & Missile Defense Command and Control programs such as IBCS, PATRIOT, SENTINEL, C2BMC or THAAD or any sensor/weapon system, Link 16 experience * Experience with implementing STIGs and tracking non-compliance on Plan of Action & Milestones (POA&M) * Previous experience with Atlassian Tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo, Fisheye, Crucible, etc.) * Ability to generate procedures that test functionality * Additional Operating System Environment Certification i.e., (MCSA, MCSE, Linux+, RHCSA, Net+, CCNA, VMware Certified, etc.) ## Description Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is looking for Computer System Architects based out of Huntsville, Alabama for the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System is a revolutionary, network enabled command-and control system developed by Northrop Grumman that Poland has deployed to unify its air and missile defense sensors and shooters. IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System delivers a single integrated air picture with unprecedented accuracy and broadens surveillance and protection areas. By implementing IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System into their militaries, the US and other nations are transforming their integrated missile defense capabilities in a consistent manner. 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