Sr Pr. Cyber Systems Engineer (CSSE) TS/SCI - Space Systems (Dulles)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 151,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cyber/Systems Security Engineer to contribute to a groundbreaking space program. This role involves architecting security features for spacecraft subsystems and ensuring compliance with national security standards. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cybersecurity, systems engineering, and technical leadership. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the drive to achieve what others deem impossible. This position offers a chance to be at the forefront of technological advancements that shape the future of space exploration while enjoying a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Medical

Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules

Qualifications

• 9 years IT security experience in support of USG programs required.
• CISSP Certification and technical leadership experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Architecting and designing security features for spacecraft subsystems.
• Leading Cyber/SSE efforts in program CDRLs and technical presentations.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Systems Engineering

Technical Leadership

Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Digital Signatures

Secure Boot

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Cybersecurity Tools

Security Design Documentation

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

This position is for a Cyber/Systems Security Engineer (C/SSE) for a Space Segment-focused program where the CSSE provides technical excellence for a new space program. The CSSE’s core goal is architecting, designing, and building security features into spacecraft “bus” subsystems, components, and flight software. Prior knowledge and experience applying Cyber/SSE principles to complex, embedded systems in the early system development phase of the lifecycle are essential. The CSSE is responsible for Cyber CDRL development to document the security design of this new system. As the CSSE, strong technical qualifications are required with demonstrated ability to write and speak succinctly and accurately. As this is a national security mission, all applications must have “active SCI” sponsorship.

Additional Responsibilities for the Sr Pr Cyber/SSE:

1. Working independently as a CSSE SME in a structured engineering environment, where the CSSE decomposes system-level security requirements/controls; interleaves criteria from Cyber Survivability/Resilience, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and/or System/Technical Requirements Document (SRD or TRD); and allocates Cyber/SSE requirements to segment/subsystem/component specifications.
2. Supporting Cyber/SSE element technical presentations during engineering milestone reviews – SRR, PDR, CDR, and PSR in accordance with our internal Cyber Systems Engineering Standards document. Emphasis is on draft and complete CDRL delivery at these milestones.
3. Understanding of Space/Ground interface control documents and security-relevant connectivity considerations at physical, electrical, and logical layers. Preparing and coordinating Interconnection Security Agreements (ISAs) where necessary.
4. Mastery of PKI and certificates and understanding how this technology may be used for digital signatures to verify integrity and non-repudiation.
5. Mastery of RED/BLACK boundary definition, TEMPEST considerations, Crypto units, Cross Domain Solutions, and Controlled Interfaces within complex systems.
6. Leading the Cyber/SSE effort in the development of program CDRLs:
7. RMF SSP including SCTM, RAR, POAMs and relevant artifacts (Incident Response Plan, Contingency Plan, ConMon Plan, as required).
8. Key & Certificate Management Plan (KCMP)
9. Program Protection Implementation Plan (PPIP) and Cybersecurity Strategy.
10. Understanding the challenges related to implementing Secure Boot within complex systems, composed of custom hardware and software.
11. In advance of system delivery to customer, ensuring systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of, in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the system security authorization package (SSP, SCTM, RAR, and ConMon Plan).

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in STEM field and 9 years IT security (Cybersecurity) experience in support of USG programs (or 7 years with a Masters; Or 4 years w/ a PhD.) Experience can be considered in lieu of degree.
2. 5 years technical leadership experience
3. CISSP Certification
4. Familiarity with Systems Engineering processes and milestones; understanding the requirements analysis, decomposition, and allocation process.
5. Must Have a Commitment to working on-site, in restricted access facilities.
6. Must have U.S. Citizenship, with active Top Secret clearance with SCI at time of application

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 9 years Cyber/SSE experience in Defense Aerospace Industry, building new systems
2. 5 years experience working within restricted program areas
3. Demonstrated engineering experience participating in Systems Engineering milestone reviews, as the Cyber CDRL primary author.

Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)

For more details please visit our total rewards site or chat with one of our recruiters to learn more.

Link: www.northropgrumman.com/benefits

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Salary Range: $151,100.00 - $226,700.00

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 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. For our complete EEO/AA 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.