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Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have 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 is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst in our Northridge, California location. This position will require a full time presence in Northridge and will not allow for a virtual arrangement. This position will require an active or current Top Secret Clearance to start as well as the eligibility to obtain a Special Access clearance following a reasonable amount of time after starting.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy. This is achieved through passive evaluations such as compliance audits and active evaluations such as vulnerability assessments.
Enforce strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. Includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.
Implement the required government RMF policy (i.e. ICD 503, JSIG, DAAPM), make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
Perform analyses to validate established security controls and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
Complete all associated Assessment and Authorization activities, which includes all RMF Body Of Evidence (BOE) documentation: System Security Plan (SSP), Security Controls Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Control Family Security Operating Plans (SOPs), Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) Plan, Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M), etc…
Ensure recurring cybersecurity SOW is completed to include auditing, configuration management, hardware inventory, software inventory, user training, POA&M updates, ConMon checklists, Self-Inspections, etc…

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree with 3 year of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience; OR an Associates degree with 7 years of relevant experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant experience is required
Must have a security certification (examples: CGRC, CASP CE, CCISO, HCISPP, CISM, GSLC, CISSP-Associate, or CISSP)
Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret security clearance (at a minimum) to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP), in order to be considered
Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, a CASP CE or CGRC certification, and 4 years of experience with Assessment and Authorization of classified systems and Risk Management Framework
Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, DAAPM, DCID, JSIG, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development preferred
Current Top Secret with SAP/SAR access level is highly desirable

Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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What You Should Know About Principal Cybersecurity Analyst, ngc

Join Northrop Grumman as a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst based in beautiful Northridge, California, where you'll have the chance to make a real impact on national security. Working with us offers you the opportunity to engage in projects that are at the cutting edge of technology, influencing not only today’s modern systems but also shaping the future. At Northrop Grumman, our culture promotes intellectual curiosity and collaboration, giving you the freedom to explore bold ideas and work on revolutionary systems that protect people and assets. In this role, you will be tasked with assessing and securing systems within our networks, identifying vulnerabilities, and ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory frameworks. You will also get to enforce program control processes and actively participate in security audits and evaluations. This isn’t just another job; it's a chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects that matter. You’ll have the full backing of a company that values diversity and innovation, encouraging you to bring your whole self to work. The responsibilities are as rewarding as they are challenging, such as developing security policies, performing vulnerability assessments, and executing remediation plans. If you're ready to rise up to the challenge and you hold a Top Secret clearance, let’s make history together at Northrop Grumman. Your journey towards shaping the future starts here!

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What are the responsibilities of a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst at Northrop Grumman?

As a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst at Northrop Grumman, you will be responsible for performing assessments of systems and networks, implementing security controls, and ensuring compliance with various cybersecurity policies. You'll manage risk through strict program controls and collaborate on security certifications. You'll also analyze vulnerabilities and recommend additional safeguards while completing required Assessment and Authorization activities.