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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Systems Engineering Manager 1 (Active TS/SCI clearance) - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States - **Salary:** $114,900.0 - $172,300.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Windows Servers, Network Architecture, Network Planning and Design, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, Virtualization Technology, Computer Network Technologies, Delivery Pipeline, Juniper, Containerization, Storage Technologies, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Devsecops, Cisco - **Published:** May 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/8926819/it-systems-engineering-manager-1-active-tssci-clearance ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree and 6 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 4 years of experience, or 10 years of progressive related experience would be considered with a High School Diploma. (An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.) * 1+ year of experience leading technical projects or teams with schedule accountability. * The ability to obtain and maintain a government TS/SCI clearance is required. * Demonstrated experience with enterprise architectures including Windows Server, RHEL, virtualization, and storage technologies. * Working knowledge of containerization, automation, and Software Defined Networking (SDN). * Hands-on experience with networking technologies from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, F5, and Ciena. * Ability to create and interpret network architecture and configuration diagrams using commercial tools., * Experience in Agile environments and familiarity with DevSecOps principles. * Prior success in recruiting and developing engineering teams. * Broad technical background across IT/OT, software development, CI/CD, Containerization, and Cyber Security. * Proven ability to represent organizational capabilities to customers and stakeholders. * Experience with U.S. Government contracts or defense systems. * Advanced degree (M.S., M.B.A., or related). * Active Top Secret clearance strongly preferred. ## Description Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Manager Cyber Systems Engineering 1 to lead a team of highly skilled technical professionals supporting cutting-edge defense and security systems. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with functional people management, contributing directly to mission-critical programs while developing and supporting engineering talent., Team Leadership & Functional Management (20%) * Support staffing strategy and requisition planning in collaboration with hiring teams. * Conduct candidate selection, conduct interviews, and approve hiring decisions. * Manage career development, goal-setting, performance reviews, and merit planning for direct reports. * Provide mentorship, guidance, and discipline when needed, to support team growth and performance. * Facilitate access to tools, hardware, and resources needed for employee success. * Deliver regular organizational updates and represent leadership across programs and teams. Technical Program Support (80%) * Lead engineering teams in the design, integration, and maintenance of enterprise-level cyber systems. * Drive technical execution using best practices in secure development, automation, and network design. * Contribute to DevOps strategy and process improvement initiatives across environments. * Maintains critical external customer contact to understand their technical needs. * Manage Cost Account Management (CAM) and Risk Management activities, where applicable. * Collaborate with peers and leadership to ensure optimized resource allocation and mission alignment. * Support deployment pipelines using the Atlassian suite and other CI/CD toolsets. * Drive automation and improve system efficiency through scripting and scheduling tools. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)