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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Below market

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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 208 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $122,400–$187,900 across 206 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman’s Classified Solutions team is hiring a mid-level Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities at their Linthicum, MD facility. This role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring, and security assessments to ensure compliance with government policies and standards such as RMF. The analyst will assist in implementing security controls, participate in A&A processes, and document findings for formal ST&E requirements. Key responsibilities include risk mitigation, process tailoring, and technical documentation using tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, and Trellix. Candidates should have a relevant degree or equivalent experience along with an 8570 IAM certification and Secret clearance, while preferred qualifications include Top Secret clearance and expertise in security frameworks such as NIST and JSIG.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities to evaluate security posture.
  • Implement government policy and recommend process tailoring for cybersecurity.
  • Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes including documentation and testing.
  • Prepare and document results of Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities.
  • Maintain Risk Management Framework body of evidence for A&A activities.

What we're looking for

  • Master’s degree with 0 years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 2+ years of cybersecurity experience required.
  • Current U.S. Government 8570 IAM level I (or higher) security certification.
  • Active Secret security clearance, completed within the last 6 years.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, including Assessment & Authorization under RMF.
  • Knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, SCTMs.

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