Senior Principal Top Secret Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

Health insurance

401k matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities on-site at Redondo Beach, CA. Candidates must hold Top Secret clearance and meet 8140 requirements, with experience in RMF, ST&E, and security documentation.

The role emphasizes government policy implementation, risk mitigation, and rigorous A&A processes. The position offers competitive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to work on secure multi-domain

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR a High School diploma or equivalent with 12 years of relevant experience is required
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements for a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – CISSP or equivalent
• Candidates must have a current U.S.Government Top Secret security clearance at a minimum, to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S.Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment

Responsibilities

• Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks
• Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls and configurations
• Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify deviations from configurations or policies
• Analyze to validate security requirements and recommend additional safeguards
• Drive implementation of government policy and document process activities
• Oversee program control processes that mitigate risk and support A&A activities
• Lead Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) per government accrediting authority
• Document A&A and inspection results and coordinate responses to cognizant authorities
• Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation for approval

Skills

Security mindset

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High School diploma

Tools

Nessus

Splunk

Trellix

SCAP

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities on-site at Redondo Beach, CA. Candidates must hold Top Secret clearance and meet 8140 requirements, with experience in RMF, ST&E, and security documentation.

The role emphasizes government policy implementation, risk mitigation, and rigorous A&A processes. The position offers competitive benefits, a 9/80 schedule, and opportunities to work on secure multi-domain