Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (CSE)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 82,600 - 123,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to assess software and hardware for vulnerabilities. This role involves handling cybersecurity processes and guiding security architecture decisions.

The ideal candidate requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field, 2+ years of experience, and an active U.S. Government Secret clearance. The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant military or professional experience.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance.
• Experience in cybersecurity vulnerability assessments.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex technical problems involving cybersecurity concepts.
• Assess software static code analysis results.
• Complete Cybersecurity Impact Appraisals on hardware/software projects.

Skills

Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments

System vulnerability scans

NIST 800-53 knowledge

Networking technologies knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Master's degree in a STEM field

Tools

ACAS

STIGs

Job description

Location & Relocation

Location: Oklahoma City, OK. Relocation assistance may be available. Travel: 10% of the time. Clearance required for start: Yes (Secret).

Job Overview

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems invites a Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to join its Systems Engineering organization. The role will assess software and hardware for vulnerabilities, develop automation for cybersecurity processes, investigate complex technical issues, and guide the security architecture and tool selection. The position is contingent on program funding; start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Responsibilities

• Solve complex technical problems involving cybersecurity concepts.
• Assess software static code analysis results.
• Complete Cybersecurity Impact Appraisals/Evaluations on hardware/software projects.
• Generate and maintain appropriate artifacts for Air Force authorization decisions.
• Perform system vulnerability scans using tools such as ACAS and STIGs.
• Perform manual STIG/SRG verifications on various equipment, collecting and evaluating findings.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant military or professional experience, or Master’s degree in a STEM field with relevant experience.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance (or higher) with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years, or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance within a reasonable time.
• Experience in cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluations.
• Knowledge of NIST 800‑53, NIST 800‑171, NSS/CSA PM 9‑12, and JSIG.

Preferred Qualifications

• Program clearance.
• Certifications such as CSSLP, CISSP, CEH, Security+.
• Foundational knowledge of core systems engineering principles: requirements development, allocation, traceability, verification and validation planning, engineering change processes.
• Experience performing cybersecurity impact assessments during design changes, capability upgrades, or baseline reviews.
• Experience with automated STIG tools such as Evaluate STIG or Security Compliance Checker.
• Experience with networking technologies, router and switch configuration, troubleshooting, and vulnerability assessments.
• Active Top Secret clearance.

Salary & Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $82,600.00 - $123,800.00. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives for higher roles. Benefits include health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.

Equal Opportunity & Citizenship

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.