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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
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The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is hiring a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support the lifecycle of information systems, focusing on establishing and maintaining strict program control processes for A&A. This role involves process support, security certification testing, documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction, release management, emerging technology analysis, inspections, and periodic audits. Candidates must have a Master’s degree with 3 years or a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant technical experience, along with Government 8140 requirements for IAM level II certification and a Secret security clearance. Preferred qualifications include a cybersecurity-related bachelor’s degree, Security+ CE, and RMF compliance experience. The position requires deep expertise in cybersecurity tools and technologies to ensure robust system security at scale within the classified domain.
Establish and maintain strict program control processes for system A&A.
Conduct security certification testing, documentation, and periodic audits.
Coordinate investigations, software research, and hardware introduction/release.
Support information systems lifecycle activities from initial design to retirement.
Research emerging technologies and conduct inspections for cybersecurity compliance.
What we're looking for
Master’s degree with 3 years, Bachelor's with 5 years, Associate's with 7 years, or High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant technical experience required.
Must hold a Government 8140 (or equivalent) certification for Cybersecurity Analyst at IAM level II.
Requires active Secret level security clearance.
Experience in cybersecurity compliance and Assessment & Authorization under RMF preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field is preferred.