Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber Patching Group Policy Object (25-015)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cyber Systems Engineer in Huntsville, AL, where you'll tackle critical cybersecurity challenges. This role focuses on developing and testing patches to address vulnerabilities in software and hardware systems, ensuring the integrity of vital operational systems. Collaborate with a diverse team to implement cybersecurity measures, analyze risks, and enhance system security. With opportunities for professional growth and a commitment to diversity, this position offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about technology and cybersecurity, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Diverse workforce commitment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test patches for software, hardware, and firmware vulnerabilities.
• Install and configure Linux and document all installation steps.

Skills

Vulnerability Management

Scripting

Technical Troubleshooting

Agile Methodologies

Cybersecurity Tools

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Master’s Degree in related discipline

Tools

Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)

NESSUS

Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

Job description

Requisition ID: R10183911

• Category: Information Technology

• Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America | Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Days (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber Patching Group Policy Object (25-015) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in located on-site in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL.

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and test patches to fix Software, Hardware, and Firmware vulnerabilities

• Concentrate on vulnerability management, including analysis and remediation of:

• IAVMs

• Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs)

• Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs)

• Vendor Patches

• STIG configurations

• Install and configure Linux from the OS up to the application level

• Documentation and verification of all installation and configuration steps for the labs

• Develop test plans/procedures for software integration and tests

• Work with software developers and/or vendors as needed to help diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during system integration

• Submit problem reports for errors found per Agile processes and coordinate daily integration activities with other Agile Release Trains (ARTs)

• Responsible for developing and implementing Cyber Releases in the National Team labs, C2BMC Test Facility, and Operations

• Install and unit test cyber products, provide redlines to engineers, and provide feedback to cyber leadership

• Document lessons learned, best security engineering practices, and industry standards

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Computer Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience or a Master’s degree in a related discipline and 0 years of experience, or 6 years of related experience instead of a degree

• Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher is required to start

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs

• Must have user experience configuring and patching Windows systems with Group Policy Objects (GPO)

• Hands-on experience:

• Scripting

• Installing

• Testing GPOs on Windows hosts across Active Directory domains

• Application experience with writing and deploying GPOs with Advanced Group Policy Management (AGPM)

• In-depth understanding of GPOs for effective management of access control, ensuring compliance with organizational policies

• Technical troubleshooting of COTS software applications, data analytics of system vulnerabilities and mission impacts, and risk mitigation resulting in system authorization

• Hands-on experience with industry-standard Cybersecurity tools such as:

• Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)

• NESSUS

• Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Executing Agile tasks throughout a System Development Lifecycle

• Demonstrated experience analyzing and implementing NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls of Risk Management Framework (RMF) across multiple phases of the mission system

Salary Range: Colorado Springs: $89,400.00 - $132,200.00; Huntsville: $93,900.00 - $140,900.00

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.