Principal Cybersecurity Analyst
Northrop Grumman
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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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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.
Listed pay typically runs $114,000–$171,000 across 337 roles with salary data.
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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.
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