Principal / Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); Presencial; USD 114 000 - 213 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Relocation assistance may be available

Resumo da oferta

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support the JTAGS program. You will develop security procedures, assess system integrity, and ensure RMF/DoD compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires active DoD Secret clearance and advanced security expertise; relocation is negotiable, with a strong emphasis on cybersecurity craftsmanship and program documentation.

Qualificações

• Active DoD Secret security clearance.
• Active IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+) certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Moderate to advanced knowledge of Trellix Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS).
• Intermediate proficiency in RHEL OS command line and Windows PowerShell.
• Understanding of NIST SP 800-37 RMF for DoD Systems.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, maintain, and document SOPs and processes as needed.
• Recommend, implement, and support system enhancements for performance, reliability, and security.
• Perform analysis, design, development, implementation, and security assessments per NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance.
• Analyze information systems and network devices for configuration changes impacts.
• Apply intermediate to advanced expertise to cybersecurity projects per DoD instructions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system failures and performance issues.
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation and artifacts.
• Work with cybersecurity tools (endpoint protection, SIEM, vulnerability scanners) for monitoring and response.
• Participate in technical meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support development of security inputs to program docs and CD RLs.

Conhecimentos

Active IAT Level II

DoD Secret clearance

Trellix Endpoint Security Solutions (E

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field

Master's degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field

Ferramentas

JIRA

Splunk

Hyper-V

VMware

Descrição da oferta de emprego

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
The Joint Tactical Ground Station (JTAGS) program within Northrop Grumman Defense Systems was developed and built by Northrop Grumman for the U.S. Army but has since transitioned to the USSF. JTAGS receives and processes data directly down-linked from the Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) constellation of satellites, including Defense Support Program (DSP) and Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) sensors, and other infrared satellite sensors. JTAGS then disseminates near-real-time warning, alerting and cueing information on ballistic missile launches and other tactical events of interest throughout the theater using multiple communications networks.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and document technical standard operating procedures and processes as needed
• Recommend, implement, and support system enhancements that improve system performance, reliability, and security, including installation, upgrades, monitoring, troubleshooting, and configuration management
• Perform analysis, design, development, implementation, and security assessments to ensure compliance with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance
• Analyze information systems and network devices while assessing the operational and security impacts of various configuration changes
• Apply intermediate to advanced technical expertise and skillset to independently work cybersecurity projects and tasks IAW required DoD security and cybersecurity instructions, policies, frameworks, etc.
• Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve system failures and performance issues in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain cybersecurity documentation and related information artifacts
• Work with cybersecurity tools such as endpoint protection platforms, SIEM tools, and vulnerability scanners to support monitoring, detection, assessment, and response activities
• Participate in technical interchange meetings and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Provide support for the development and enhancement of security engineering inputs to program documentation, security authorization packages, CDRLs, and research and development reports
• Intermediate to advanced understanding and experience with NIST SP 800-37 RMF for DoD Systems, including
  • Ability to navigate the IAW NIST/DoD RMF processes
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of SP 800-53 security and privacy controls, as well as selecting and applying the appropriate overlays
  • Proven ability to evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), NIST 800-53 Security Controls and ISO/IEC 15408 Common Criteria to formulate and implement effective, high quality RMF accreditation packages

Basic Qualifications

• For a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: 5 years relevant cybersecurity experience with Bachelors degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field, or 3 years relevant experience with Masters degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field
• For a Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: 9 years relevant cybersecurity experience with Bachelors degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field, or 7 years relevant experience with Masters degree in cybersecurity or related STEM field
• Active IAT Level II (ie. CompTIA Security+) certification
• Active DoD Secret security clearance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with subordinates, peers, and leaders
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Moderate to advanced knowledge of Trellix Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS)
• Intermediate proficiency in RHEL OS command line and/or Windows PowerShell
• Intermediate to advanced understanding and experience with NIST SP 800-37 RMF for DoD Systems, including
  • Ability to navigate the IAW NIST/DoD RMF processes
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge of SP 800-53 security and privacy controls, as well as selecting and applying the appropriate overlays
  • Proven ability to evaluate system and network configurations for compliance with Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIG), NIST 800-53 Security Controls and ISO/IEC 15408 Common Criteria to formulate and implement effective, high quality RMF accreditation packages
• Preferred Qualifications
  • For a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: intermediate to advanced knowledge of security risks & strategies, SIEM, antivirus, proxies, firewalls, and intrusion detection concepts, tools, and processes
  • For a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: advanced knowledge of security risks & strategies, SIEM, antivirus, proxies, firewalls, and intrusion detection concepts, tools, and processes
  • Experience with gaining and/or maintaining ATO accreditation and working with the ISSO/ISSM
  • Experience in creating, editing, and updating program CDRLs
  • Expert knowledge with Trellix Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS)
  • Experience with Hyper-V and/or VMware
  • Working knowledge and experience with Splunk
  • Experience implementing DevSecOps practices and principles for release management
  • Experience with satellite communications ground system(s) and/or missile warning system(s)
  • Experience supporting US Space Force development or sustainment program(s) as a defense contractor
  • Working knowledge and/or experience with JIRA for task assignment, status tracking, and execution

Primary Level Salary Range: $113,900.00 - $170,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,200.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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