On-Site Top Secret Cybersecurity Analyst (Level 3/4)

ngc; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel: 10% of the time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Classified Solutions team seeks a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support on-site lifecycle activities in Palmdale, CA, with occasional travel to Edwards AFB. The role requires Top Secret clearance and 8140 qualifications, focusing on audits, assessments, and risk documentation.

The position is on-site with relocation assistance possible and travel up to 10%. The candidate will work in a security-conscious environment supporting government accreditation processes.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience OR a higher degree with corresponding experience.
• Must meet 8140 cybersecurity requirements (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP).
• Current US Government Top Secret security clearance required to be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across security controls and configurations.
• Perform assessments of systems/networks to identify deviations from policy or enclave requirements.
• Analyze security requirements and recommend additional safeguards and requirements.
• Assist in implementing government policy and document process activities.
• Support Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) and prepare required reports and documentation.
• Document results of A&A activities and prepare Risk Management Framework evidence.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

RMF/ACAS knowledge

Auditing & monitoring

Security certifications

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s/Associate with relevant experience

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Classified Solutions team seeks a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support on-site lifecycle activities in Palmdale, CA, with occasional travel to Edwards AFB. The role requires Top Secret clearance and 8140 qualifications, focusing on audits, assessments, and risk documentation.

The position is on-site with relocation assistance possible and travel up to 10%. The candidate will work in a security-conscious environment supporting government accreditation processes.