This role pays less than
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of similar roles. Most pay
$126,200–$175,025
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At the midpoint, this role pays about
$115k
versus about
$151k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
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Listed pay typically runs
$114,000–$171,000
across 327 roles with salary data.
Cyber Systems Engineer joins the Cybersecurity Integrated Product team as an Information System Security Officer supporting a large-scale space program. Working in a 100% Agile environment, this role involves maintaining ground segment cloud infrastructure and ensuring the cybersecurity posture of mission-critical software applications from design through decommissioning. Key responsibilities include conducting security assessments like code reviews and vulnerability testing, developing Risk Management Framework artifacts such as System Security Plans, and managing continuous monitoring for private cloud environments. The candidate will implement secure CI/CD pipelines and manage system accreditation to achieve Authority to Operate. Required skills include knowledge of NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, and OWASP Top 10. Technical proficiencies include Cloud Security, Zero-Trust principles, and programming in C/C++, Python, or Java. The role addresses the security of space mission systems through rigorous compliance and automated security tools.