2026 Associate Cybersecurity Analyst - Pathways Program - Rocket Center WV

RiseMe; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. This on-site role requires a current Secret clearance and the ability to obtain access to Special Access Programs.

Work will be performed at our West Virginia location with no telework. The position emphasizes RMF, NIST/JSIG compliance, and integration of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, and Splunk.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 0 years of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 2 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements for an Associate Cybersecurity Analyst and be able to obtain it within 6 months of your start date - for example, Security+
• Candidates must have a current U.S.Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S.Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment

Skills

Security clearance

Security+ certification

RMF knowledge

NIST standards

Education

Bachelor’s or higher in Cybersecurity or related field

Associate’s degree with 2 years experience

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years experience

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Splunk

Trellix

SCAP

NIST

JSIG

DAAG

SSPs

POA&Ms

SCTMs

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our West Virginia location.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s orBachelor's degree with0 years of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with2 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with4 years of experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements for a Associate Cybersecurity Analyst and be able to obtain it within 6 months of your start date - for example, Security+

• Candidates must have a current U.S.Government Secretsecurity clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S.Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field
• Security+ CE
• Experience in cybersecurity compliance (ex., Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
• Top Secret,SAP/SAR access,SCIaccess,and/oraPolygraph
• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
• Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation.Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program.Come join us!

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.