Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Melbourne, FL
Salary
$98,400–$147,600 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Below market

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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 207 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Classified Solutions team is hiring a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities by implementing government policies, recommending process tailoring, and participating in A&A processes. This role involves establishing strict program controls for risk mitigation, conducting security certification testing, documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction, release, and periodic audits. The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent qualifications, along with a Security+ certification and current DOD Secret clearance, aiming to obtain Top Secret clearance. Preferred candidates have additional certifications like CAP, CASP+, CISM, or CISSP, as well as extensive experience in classified system accreditation and knowledge of tools such as ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, NIST, DIACAP, and RMF package development.

What you'll do

  • Assist in implementing government policy and recommend process tailoring for information systems.
  • Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems.
  • Conduct security certification testing, document security procedures, and perform periodic audits on systems.
  • Coordinate investigations, research software and hardware introductions, and release new technologies securely.
  • Research emerging technology trends and conduct inspections to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.

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 with 9 years of relevant experience required.
  • Must hold Security+ certification or higher.
  • Requires current DOD Secret level security clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret clearance necessary.
  • Preferred: Active Top Secret/SCI clearance and SAP/SAR access.
  • Experience in Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework beneficial.

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