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Brian
Web Engineer

What college/university did you attend? What was your major and when did you graduate?
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA, Charlottesville. Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science, Computer Science Concentration May 2004.

Why did you accept the position at Northrop Grumman?
When I began my job search, I was looking for a company that would expand my horizons; a place where I would be valued, working in a comfortable environment with an ambitious and caring group of people. Northrop Grumman were candid with me about my career opportunities and the opportunities I would have to work with the latest technology.

Tell us a little about what you do (i.e. what projects you work on, etc.).
I develop web applications using a combination of programming and web development skills including XML, JavaScript, Macromedia, JAVA, and .NET programming. I also update systems and add new technology to improve performance and efficiency.

Do you feel your career path is well defined?
At Northrop Grumman, an employee has choices. I feel that my career path is well defined in that there are many opportunities for me to explore. Northrop Grumman supports every employee’s desire for career longevity. There are opportunities to move forward on whichever path you desire.

What’s the most impressive project you’ve ever worked on at Northrop Grumman? What made it impressive?
The most impressive project I’ve worked on here at NGIT was developing a new security schema designed to protect back-end web information. It was impressive to me because I learned a lot of different techniques for protecting information over the web.

What surprised you the most about Northrop Grumman?
What surprised me the most about Northrop Grumman was the fact that they valued youth throughout the company. There’s an organization within the company that holds events specifically for younger professionals called the NGPA (Northrop Grumman Professionals Association). NGPA is for any professional who wants to get to know fellow employees working in the DC area. NGPA offers skill development, social interaction, educational and networking opportunities, and varied association programs. For example, NGPA will sponsor keynote speakers, social events, sporting leagues, happy hours, and professional development seminars.