Cyber Systems Engineer - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman

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Aurora, CO Posted 9 days ago $101,000–$151,400 / year
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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is hiring a Cyber Systems Engineer (Level 2 or 3) to support their security initiatives at the Aurora, Colorado facility. This role involves designing and implementing security controls compliant with NIST SP 800-53 and DoD RMF guidelines, assisting in system security architecture, conducting technical analyses of cyber infrastructure challenges, and participating in team reviews before deployment. The ideal candidate will have experience with Rapid7, Trellix, Splunk, and other industry-standard tools, along with certifications like Security+ CE or CISSP. They should also possess a strong background in requirements development, system integration, and validation and verification processes. This position requires an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph and offers opportunities to work on high-impact security projects within the defense industry.

Skills

NIST SP 800-53 CNSSI 1253 RMF Security+ CE CASP CISSP Rapid7 Trellix Splunk DoD 8570 IAM II/III CISSP-ISSEP DoD 8500-series DoD 8510.01

What you'll do

  • Design and implement security controls compliant with NIST SP 800-53 and DoD RMF guidance.
  • Assist in developing system security architectures for cyber infrastructure.
  • Conduct advanced technical analyses of cybersecurity challenges and propose solutions.
  • Review technical requirements, design plans, and implementation strategies before deployment.
  • Serve as an ISSE to provide high-level technical expertise on cybersecurity matters.

What we're looking for

  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Experience in requirements development, system integration & test validation
  • Valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar security certification
  • Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and DoD RMF guidance
  • Experience configuring and implementing Rapid 7, Trellix, Splunk technologies
  • Ability to communicate technical solutions clearly and effectively
  • Preferred: DoD 8570 IAM II/III Certification or equivalent

Market check

Salary context

This $101,000–$151,400 range sits above 19% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$110,000–$187,900

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$130,000–$175,500

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

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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 173 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $113,900–$170,950 across 168 roles with salary data.

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