Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - TS/SCI

Northrop Grumman; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Health insurance

9/80 work schedule

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to join the Classified Solutions CIDO team for on-site work at our Dulles, VA location. The role requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance and experience with RMF, assess and authorize, and security testing.

The position includes competitive salary ranges, comprehensive benefits, and a 9/80 work schedule. Travel is up to 10%, with potential overtime and discretionary bonuses depending on program needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant technical experience.
• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM II certification.
• Current U.S.Government Top Secret/SCI level security clearance (within last 6 years) or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls and configurations.
• Assess systems and networks within the enclave for deviations from policy.
• Analyze to validate security requirements and propose safeguards.
• Support government policy adoption and process documentation.
• Coordinate Security Test and Evaluation activities and document results.
• Prepare RMF evidence and risk management documentation.

Skills

Security auditing

Vulnerability assessment

Compliance awareness

Risk management

Education

Master’s degree or higher in a related field

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of experience

Tools

ACAS

NESSUS

SPLUNK

SCAP

POA&Ms

NIST RMF/eMASS

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes.

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.

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Dulles, VA location.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of the information systems.


• Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.


• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.


• Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.


• Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems. This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.


• Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.


• Document the results of A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant technical experience; OR an Associates degree with 10 years of relevant technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 12 years of relevant technical experience is required


• Candidates must meet the U.S.Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM level II certification (or higher) at a minimum (examples: CAP or CGRC, CASP+ or CompTIA Security X, GSLC, CCISP-Associate)


• Candidates must have a current U.S.Government Top Secret/SCI level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered


• Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security, a CASP+/SecurityX, and 6 years of experience with Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework


• Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, NISPOM, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF/eMASS package development


• Active SAP/SAR access preferred

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.