Senior Principal Cybersecurity Analyst – Classified CDS Lead

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 98,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Learning opportunities

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

401k matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal/Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support lifecycle activities at our Roy, Utah site.

On-site work is required, with a strong focus on Cross‑Domain Solutions (CDS) for secure data transfer between classified and unclassified networks. The role involves risk assessments, configuring hardware/software, rigorous testing, and ongoing support to maintain compliance with US Government directives.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma with 9 years of experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Cybersecurity clearance
• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance to be considered
• Ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment

Responsibilities

• Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute related tasks
• Lead regular reviews of system audits and monitoring to improve security posture
• Assess systems and networks for policy and configuration deviations
• Validate security requirements and recommend additional safeguards
• Drive implementation of government policy and process tailoring
• Oversee program control processes for risk mitigation and A&A activities
• Lead Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities for accrediting authorities
• Document A&A results and coordinate with security team for responses

Skills

Risk assessment

Cross‑Domain Solutions

Security policy

Security testing

A&A RMF

Education

Master's Degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

ACAS

Nessus

Splunk

Trellix

SCAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal/Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support lifecycle activities at our Roy, Utah site.

On-site work is required, with a strong focus on Cross‑Domain Solutions (CDS) for secure data transfer between classified and unclassified networks. The role involves risk assessments, configuring hardware/software, rigorous testing, and ongoing support to maintain compliance with US Government directives.