Sentinel Analyst / Principal System Software Analyst - 20091 & 20401
Quick Summary
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Software Analyst to manage and optimize our Atlassian tools, including Jira, Confluence, and Crowd.
This role can be filled a System Software Analyst(T2) or Principal System Software Analyst(T3).
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom, democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have a lot of 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 is seeking a System Software Analyst / Principal System Software Analyst . This position is located in Roy, Utah and supports the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Responsibilities
~1 min readNorthrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Software Analyst to manage and optimize our Atlassian tools, including Jira, Confluence, and Crowd. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and at least 2 years of relevant experience, along with an active DoD Secret clearance and eligibility for Special Program Access (SAP). Key responsibilities include system configuration, user and security management, and automation of workflows using JQL. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential, as well as the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Familiarity with CI/CD integration, experience managing large-scale projects, and knowledge of Groovy scripting or Adaptavist ScriptRunner are preferred. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal teams, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities, while also contributing to project documentation and operational success.
What We Offer
~1 min readAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Requirements
~2 min readActive SAP access
Significant experience managing large-scale projects or multiple teams focused on Atlassian tools
Exposure to strategic planning and executive-level decision making
Familiarity with other IT service management and collaboration tools
Knowledge of CI/CD processes and integration with Atlassian toolsets
Experience with at least one scripting language (e.g., Groovy, Python, PowerShell, Java, JSON) with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to others
Experience with Adaptavist ScriptRunner
IAT Level II certification, such as Security+, as per DoD Cyber Workforce requirements
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Posted
- 27 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 18, 2026
- First seen
- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 9
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 14%
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- October 15, 2026
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