Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Linthicum, MD
Salary
$87,600–$131,400 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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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 359 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$171,650 across 346 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

The Classified Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities within a secure environment. The role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring of security controls, and performing assessments of networks to identify deviations from established policies. You will analyze requirements to recommend safeguards, implement government policies, and manage risk mitigation through Assessment and Authorization processes. Day-to-day tasks include security certification testing, software research, hardware introduction, and preparing Risk Management Framework body of evidence. The position requires expertise in tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs. This role addresses the critical challenge of maintaining secure information systems within a classified domain to ensure compliance with rigorous government security standards and operational requirements.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes.
  • Assess networks within enclaves to identify deviations from established policies or acceptable configurations.
  • Analyze existing security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and necessary policy tailoring.
  • Support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) process through risk mitigation, coordination, and technical investigations.
  • Perform Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) including pre-test preparation, test participation, and result analysis.
  • Prepare Risk Management Framework body of evidence and document all technical or coordination activities.
  • Research emerging technologies and perform hardware/software research to support system security.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Master's degree, or a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or an Associate's degree with 4 years of experience.
  • A High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
  • Must possess a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance or be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation program.
  • Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Cybersecurity Analyst – Security+ certification.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field (preferred).
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).
  • U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (preferred).
  • Knowledge of tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP (preferred).
  • Knowledge of frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs (preferred).

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