Cyber Software Engineer - Level 6

VulnU; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 318,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Redondo Beach, CA seeks a Cyber Software Engineer - Level 6 to join our Space Systems team. Responsibilities include security engineering across programs, implementing secure infrastructures, and advising on cyber requirements for federal systems. A polygraph and active clearance are required.

The role emphasizes IaC, virtualization, and storage security, with travel up to 10%. Bachelor's degree with extensive experience or higher degrees are considered for this senior level

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 14 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Active SCI/CI Poly required at the time of application.
• Expert in securing: IaC, Virtualization, Storage and Operating Systems.

Responsibilities

• Support system security engineering for multiple programs and provide technical security consultation.
• Derive security controls from cyber requirements to comply with federal system requirements.
• Identify design and operational vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Securely configure systems with RMF guidance and standard benchmarks; support IA/IS processes.

Skills

Security engineering

IaC security

Linux security

Virtualization

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree + 14 years experience

Master's degree + 12 years experience

PhD + 10 years experience

Job description

# Cyber Software Engineer - Level 6Northrop Grumman · northropgrumman.comCategory: Security EngineeringLocation: United States-California-Redondo BeachSalary: $212,100 – $318,100## Quality of lifeWhat the posting states. Hover or tap a perk to see the line it came from.* Retirement match* 18 weeks parental leaveRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: PolygraphTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Cyber Software Engineer - Level 6 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA, to support various programs.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Support system security engineering for several programs and provide technical security consultation, guidance in the design, development and deployment of secure infrastructure.Understanding cyber requirements and deriving security controls to provide technical implementation solutions to various engineering teams in order to comply with federal system requirements.Identify system design and operational vulnerabilities and make recommendations to address deficient areas.Work with system administrators to securely configure systems per customer security standards, community best practices and benchmarks. Provide expert level support in IaC, Virtualization, Linux and storage solutions.Assist the program in certification of systems utilizing and adhering to government specifications via RMF process.Securing virtualization technologies to include virtual software, machines and appliances.Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 14 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; or a PhD with 10 years of relevant experienceActive SCI/CI Poly required at the time of applicationExperience working with computer security processes Experience working with accreditation officialsExpert in securing: IaC, Virtualization, Storage and Operating SystemsSecurity or CISSP certification Ability to travel 10% Preferred Qualifications: Ability to mentor and train staff members Experience with networking technologies, routing, switching or firewallsCertifications in specific areas such as Cisco, Red Hat, etc.Willingness to travel overseas for extended periods of timePrevious ISSM or ISSE experiencePrimary Level Salary Range: $212,100.00 - $318,100.00The 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.