Principal Cyber Systems Security Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Baltimore, MD
Salary: $119,600–$179,400 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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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 219 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Cyber Systems Security Engineer

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The Principal Cyber Systems Security Engineer role at Northrop Grumman in Baltimore involves leading security solutions development for complex systems, ensuring compliance with government policies like JSIG and DAAPM through thorough analysis and documentation. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), documenting assessment findings, and collaborating on international requirements to enhance global market success. The ideal candidate will have expertise in system engineering for DoD platforms, sensors, and subsystems, along with experience in anti-tamper techniques, reverse engineering, and risk management frameworks. Proficiency in cybersecurity technologies, architecture design, and detailed system testing is essential, as is the ability to obtain Special Program Access and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance.

Skills

JSIG DAAPM Security Test and Evaluation Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) International Standards Reverse Engineering Cybersecurity requirements formulation Validation and Verification Anti-tamper Risk Management Framework Cyber Resiliency Hardware Assurance Software Attack Surface Analysis Report Secure Key Handling Integration Testing

What you'll do

Implement and ensure compliance with government security policies such as JSIG and DAAPM.
Conduct analyses to validate existing security requirements and develop additional safeguards.
Support Security Test and Evaluation processes by preparing for tests and analyzing results.
Document findings from Assessment and Authorization activities and maintain system Security Plans.
Oversee modifications for system exportability, ensuring compliance with international standards.
Engage in full life cycle development of cybersecurity solutions, including validation practices.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or higher-level degrees with corresponding work experience required.
Active DoD Secret Clearance and ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Experience with system engineering on DoD platforms, sensors, and subsystems including anti-tamper and reverse engineering.
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework and Cyber Resiliency practices.
Expertise in conducting Security Test and Evaluation processes and documenting findings.

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