Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Beale AFB, CA
Salary
$108,800–$163,200 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
2 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 · Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

JOB TITLE: Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst The Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information system lifecycle activities. This role involves conducting system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems. The analyst performs assessments of networks and enclaves to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, validates security requirements, and assists in implementing government policies. Key responsibilities include establishing program control processes, performing security certification testing, and preparing the Risk Management Framework body of evidence. Required skills include experience with security tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, and DAAG frameworks. The role addresses the technical problem of maintaining secure, integrated multi-domain systems within a classified environment.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes.
  • Assess networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policies, or local policies.
  • Analyze security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and validate established security standards.
  • Implement government policies and document process activities including process tailoring recommendations.
  • Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support the Assessment and Authorization of systems.
  • Support formal Security Test and Evaluation by preparing tests, participating in testing, and analyzing results.
  • Document A&A activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, a Bachelor’s with 5 years, an Associate’s with 7 years, or a High School diploma with 9 years.
  • Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for Cybersecurity (722), such as Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, or SSCP.
  • Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret level security clearance at a minimum.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of employment.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field (preferred).
  • Top Secret/SCI, SAP/SAR access, and/or a Polygraph (preferred).
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).

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