Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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On-site
Location
Northridge, CA
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$114,000–$171,000 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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This role pays less than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $129,900–$184,325 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $142k versus about $157k for comparable roles.

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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 352 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information systems lifecycle activities within a classified environment. The role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring of security controls, and performing assessments of networks to identify deviations from established policies. Key responsibilities include validating security requirements, implementing government policies, managing risk mitigation through Assessment and Authorization processes, and supporting formal Security Test and Evaluation activities. The candidate will perform technical tasks such as software research, hardware introduction, and preparing Risk Management Framework body of evidence. Required skills and tools include ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs. The position focuses on securing information systems within a specialized enclave to ensure compliance with rigorous government security standards and protocols.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring to evaluate security posture across all controls and configurations.
  • Assess networks and systems to identify deviations from established enclave policies or local requirements.
  • Analyze existing security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and necessary policy tailoring.
  • Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support the Assessment and Authorization of systems.
  • Support formal Security Test and Evaluation activities including pre-test preparation, testing participation, and result analysis.
  • Document results of assessment activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.
  • Perform research on emerging technologies, hardware introductions, and software requirements for information systems.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Master's degree with 3 years experience, Bachelor's with 5 years, Associate's with 7 years, or High School/GED with 9 years.
  • Must possess a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance with a closed investigation within the last 6 years or be in the CE program.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field (preferred).
  • Security+ certification (preferred).
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).
  • Top Secret, SAP/SAR access, SCI access, and/or a Polygraph (preferred).
  • Knowledge of security tools like ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP (preferred).
  • Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs (preferred).

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