Sentinel STPA-Sec Systems Security Engineer T3 -14407 - R10191423

Northrop Grumman; Roy (UT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Security Engineer to join their innovative team in Roy, Utah. This role combines traditional Systems Engineering with advanced analysis to enhance security and safety in critical systems. You will leverage your expertise in Systems Security Engineering and analytical methodologies to identify risks and implement robust solutions. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values intellectual curiosity and diversity, along with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference in defense systems, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Systems Security Engineering for Defense Programs.
• Experience with ICBM Systems and Program Protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Apply Systems Engineering principles to uncover system issues.
• Lead working groups and communicate risks to stakeholders.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Security Engineering Principles

Analytical Methodologies

Effective Communication

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

CAMEO

DOORS

Job description

Sentinel STPA-Sec Systems Security Engineer T3 -14407 - R10191423

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Job Overview

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have opportunities to work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. We seek innovative, courageous individuals with a pioneering spirit to join us in inventing the future. Our culture promotes intellectual curiosity, diversity, and authenticity, with a drive to achieve the impossible.

Position Details

The Sentinel Mission Defense Team (MDT) is looking for a System-Theoretic Process Analysis for Security (STPA-Sec) Engineer, Level 2 or 3, based in Roy, Utah, with potential relocation assistance. The role involves combining traditional Systems Engineering with holistic system analysis to identify security, safety, or availability issues using guidelines, security frameworks (NIST, ISO, NISPOM), and MBSE tools.

Responsibilities

1. Apply Systems Engineering principles and holistic analysis to uncover system issues using STPA guidelines and MBSE.
2. Decompose systems to identify causal scenarios, control structures, and unsafe actions.
3. Assess threats, vulnerabilities, and risks for critical functions and components.
4. Lead and fulfill Statement of Work requirements, milestones, and program commitments.
5. Lead working groups and communicate risks to stakeholders.
6. Proactively take workplace actions without prompting.
7. Support MDT with additional duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance within the last 6 years.
• Ability to obtain and pass security clearance screening.

Level 3 Specific Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in STEM with 5 years of experience, or Master’s with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year.
• At least 2 years applying Systems Security Engineering principles in Defense Programs.
• Effective communication skills for technical presentations.
• Experience applying safety and analytical methodologies to complex systems.
• Experience working against schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SAP access.
• Experience with ICBM Systems, Program Protection, and SSE principles across security measures.
• Development of security requirements for hardware/software assurance.
• Risk management experience.
• Familiarity with MBSE tools like CAMEO and DOORS.

Benefits & Schedule

Full-time employment with benefits including health coverage, educational assistance, life insurance, paid time off, wellness resources, and employee discounts. The role follows a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Salary ranges from $81,300 to $130,900, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

Application review is estimated over 20 days. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions requiring security clearance.