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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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Listed pay typically runs
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The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst joins the Classified Solutions team to support information systems lifecycle activities. This role involves designing, integrating, and maintaining Cross-Domain Solutions to facilitate secure, policy-compliant data transfers between classified and unclassified networks. The analyst manages cybersecurity programs for assigned systems, conducts risk assessments, performs hardware and software configurations, and executes rigorous testing to ensure compliance with government security directives. Key responsibilities include leading Security Test and Evaluation activities, performing system audits, and preparing critical documentation such as System Security Plans and Risk Acceptance Reports. The role requires expertise in tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, and DAAG frameworks. This position addresses the technical challenge of securing multi-domain systems while ensuring continuous monitoring and authorization within a high-security networking environment.