Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Chandler, AZ
Salary
$65,800–$98,800 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 28, 2026 (soon)

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Below market

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This role $82k
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This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $127,500–$177,800 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $82k versus about $153k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 352 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

The Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities within a classified environment. The role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring of security controls, and performing assessments of networks to identify deviations from established policies. Key responsibilities include validating security requirements, implementing government policies, and supporting Assessment and Authorization processes through risk mitigation, security certification testing, and documentation for the Risk Management Framework. The candidate will utilize tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP while working with frameworks like NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs. This position addresses the critical challenge of maintaining secure information systems within a classified infrastructure by ensuring all hardware and software components meet rigorous government security standards and compliance requirements through formal Security Test and Evaluation procedures.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities to evaluate security posture across all controls and configurations.
  • Assess networks within specific enclaves to identify deviations from established policies or acceptable configurations.
  • Analyze existing requirements to validate security measures and recommend additional safeguards where necessary.
  • Implement government policies and provide recommendations for process tailoring and documentation of activities.
  • Manage risk mitigation through strict program control processes to support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems.
  • Perform technical tasks including software research, hardware introduction, and investigations into emerging technologies.
  • Support formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) by preparing tests, analyzing results, and drafting reports.
  • Document A&A activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence for accreditation.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree with 0 years experience, Associate's degree with 2 years experience, or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years experience.
  • Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level I (e.g., Security+ CE).
  • Must possess a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance at minimum.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).
  • Knowledge of security tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP (preferred).
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs (preferred).
  • Top Secret clearance (preferred).

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