Principal Cybersecurity Analyst (AHT)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Ohio; On-site; USD 100,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to support a vital intelligence center. This role involves managing cybersecurity initiatives and ensuring compliance with security standards. The successful candidate will have a strong background in IT security principles and tools, along with excellent communication skills. Join a pioneering team that values intellectual curiosity and diversity, and contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of national security. If you are ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related experience with a Bachelor's degree.
• Active DoD Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage software and information system certifications and approvals.
• Coordinate incident response and conduct cybersecurity training.

Skills

IT Security Principles

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Risk Evaluation

Vulnerability Mitigation

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

SecurityX

Nessus

McAfee

Ivanti HEAT

Tanium

Solarwinds

Splunk

Job description

Requisition ID: R10187672

• Category: Information Technology

• Location: Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Polygraph

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 2

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. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. 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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst in support of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. NASIC is responsible for creating all-source intelligence defining the present and future air, air defense, cyber, space, and ballistic missile threats to enable military operations, force modernization, and policy making. The candidate should have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver, and possess broad knowledge of IT security principles, including systems and database software, storage technology, risk evaluation, vulnerability mitigation, and IT security tools.

Summary of Responsibilities

Will serve as Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and operate as part of a team. Daily tasks will include managing software and information system certifications and approvals, incident response coordination, workforce cybersecurity training, and maintenance and content updates of cybersecurity websites.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst:

• One of the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 9 years related experience.

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years related experience.

• Master’s degree with a minimum of 3 years related experience.

• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.

• Must have active Counter-Intelligence Polygraph.

• IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Security+ with knowledge in securing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle), and network devices (routers, switches).

• Understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, routing, and switching.

• Understanding of security technologies, such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, antivirus solutions, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with DoD systems and compliance requirements.

• Experience with Security Tools such as Nessus, McAfee, Ivanti HEAT, Tanium, Solarwinds, Splunk.

Salary Range: $100,300 - $150,500

The 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.

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