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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
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The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information systems lifecycle activities. This role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring, and assessments of networks within enclaves to identify deviations from acceptable configurations or local policies. The analyst will validate security requirements, recommend safeguards, and assist in implementing government policies. Key responsibilities include establishing program control processes to mitigate risks, supporting Assessment and Authorization activities, and performing Security Test and Evaluation. The position requires expertise in tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs. The work focuses on maintaining the security posture of classified information systems and preparing the Risk Management Framework body of evidence for government accrediting authorities.
Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes.
Assess networks and systems to identify deviations from acceptable configurations or local policies.
Analyze security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and validate established security standards.
Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support the Assessment and Authorization of systems.
Support formal Security Test and Evaluation by preparing tests, participating in testing, and analyzing results.
Document A&A activities and technical results to prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.
Assist in implementing government policies and provide recommendations on process tailoring.
What we're looking for
Must have a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, a Bachelor's with 5 years, an Associate's with 7 years, or a High School Diploma with 9 years.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst– Security+ CE certification.
Must possess a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance with a closed investigation date within the last 6 years or be enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
Must be able to obtain a Special Access Programs (SAP/SAR) clearance before the start date.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP (preferred).
Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs (preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field (preferred).