Cyber Systems Engineer Level III or Level IV

Northrop Grumman

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On-site
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
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$113,900–$170,900 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
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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

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TL;DR · Cyber Systems Engineer Level III or Level IV

The Cyber Systems Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 joins the Space Sector team to manage cybersecurity for critical systems and networks. This role involves performing system assessments to identify deviations from enclave policies through compliance audits using tools like STIG Viewer, SCAP, Evaluate-STIG, and STIG Manager. The engineer will author security testing documentation, conduct annual security controls assessments, and provide input for Security Assessment and Risk Assessment Reports. Key responsibilities include maintaining RMF body of evidence documentation, updating eMASS records, and ensuring compliance with NIST, DoD, and NISPOM policies. Technical requirements include experience with ACAS, Nessus, Linux administration, STIG hardening, and automation via Ansible or Python. The role addresses the challenge of securing information systems through rigorous risk management, vulnerability scanning, and establishing strict program control processes to ensure successful authorization.

What you'll do

  • Assess systems and networks to identify deviations from security policies and configurations using tools like STIG Viewer and SCAP.
  • Author and review security testing documentation including assessment plans, test cases, and cyber test methodologies.
  • Conduct annual security controls assessments to support continuous monitoring of the environment.
  • Provide technical input for Security Assessment Reports (SAR) and Risk Assessment Reports (RAR).
  • Update eMASS records in coordination with program partners and government personnel.
  • Maintain RMF body of evidence documentation regarding operational processes, procedures, and site-specific information.
  • Prepare and update artifacts supporting Authorization activities and Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
  • Perform analyses to validate cybersecurity controls and recommend appropriate safeguards to mitigate risks.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must hold a current DoD 8570.01M IAT II certification (Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GSEC, or SSCP).
  • Level 3 requires a Bachelor's and 5 years experience, a Master's and 3 years, or a PhD and 1 year.
  • Level 4 requires a Bachelor's and 8 years experience, a Master's and 6 years, or a PhD and 4 years.
  • Experience in cybersecurity principles, risk management, security assessments, vulnerability management, and system hardening is required.
  • Experience with cybersecurity frameworks, standards, tools, or technologies used to assess and secure information systems is required.
  • Preferred qualifications include RMF knowledge, ACAS/Nessus experience, Linux administration, STIG hardening, and IAT III certification (CISSP).

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