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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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The Cybersecurity Analyst/Principal Cybersecurity Analyst role supports the National Air and Space Intelligence Center in addressing air, space, and ballistic missile threats. Serving as an Information System Security Officer within a team environment, the individual manages software and information system certifications, coordinates incident responses, conducts workforce cybersecurity training, and maintains content for cybersecurity websites. The position requires expertise in IT security principles, risk assessment methodologies, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework to manage information security programs and controls. Candidates must possess knowledge of operating systems like Windows and Linux, databases such as SQL and Oracle, and network devices including routers and switches. Technical proficiency is required in IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and antivirus solutions. Preferred tools include Nessus, McAfee, Ivanti HEAT, Tanium, Solarwinds, and Splunk to secure critical infrastructure and ensure compliance with defense requirements.
Serve as an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) within a team environment.
Manage software and information system certifications and approvals.
Coordinate incident response activities for the organization.
Deliver cybersecurity training to the workforce.
Maintain and update content for internal cybersecurity websites.
Implement and manage information security programs and controls based on NIST frameworks.
Perform risk assessments and vulnerability mitigation across systems and databases.
What we're looking for
Active Department of Defense Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX or Security+.
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM field with experience.
For Principal level: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5 years experience, or a Master's degree in a STEM field with 3 years experience.
Knowledge of securing operating systems, databases, and network devices.
Understanding of security technologies including IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, and antivirus solutions.
Familiarity with DoD systems and compliance requirements (preferred).
Understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, routing, and switching; experience with tools like Nessus, McAfee, Ivanti HEAT, Tanium, Solarwinds, or Splunk (preferred).
Penetration Testing
Network Penetration Testing
Python
Java
C
C++
Ruby
Shell Scripting
Perl
Burp Suite
Nmap
Nessus
OWASP Top 10
SANS Top 25
CVSS
SSL
AES
HTTP
DNS
FTP