Entry-Level Secret-Cleared Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401k matching

Health insurance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support lifecycle activities on-site. You will perform audits, assessments, and analyses to maintain security posture and help with A&A processes.

Requirements include a relevant degree with experience, a 8140 IAM Level I, and a current Secret clearance. The role offers strong benefits and a clear path in national security work.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’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 Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level I (example: Security+ CE)
• Candidates must have a current U.S.Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum) to be considered

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems.
• 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.
• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
• Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
• Work within strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems.
• 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.

Skills

System audits

Security assessments

Risk management

Policy compliance

Documentation

Vulnerability analysis

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Splunk

Trellix

SCAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Chandler, AZ is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support lifecycle activities on-site. You will perform audits, assessments, and analyses to maintain security posture and help with A&A processes.

Requirements include a relevant degree with experience, a 8140 IAM Level I, and a current Secret clearance. The role offers strong benefits and a clear path in national security work.