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Based on 240 similar postings.
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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
$117,500–$176,300
across 314 roles with salary data.
The Principal Software Assessment Engineer (AHT) joins the DAF CLOUDworks program at the Air Force Research Laboratory to serve as a Secure Access Enablement Engineer. This role functions as the primary interface between DoD security authorities, including the Designated Authorizing Official, and industry partners working under Other Transaction Authority agreements. The engineer ensures that all contracted users, devices, and services are securely provisioned onto classified cloud platforms while maintaining strict compliance with RMF, STIG, and DISA requirements. Key responsibilities include producing executive-level briefings, independent risk assessments, and compliance documentation. Required technical skills include experience with ACAS, Tenable Nessus, SCAP, and eMASS/XACTA. Candidates must also demonstrate proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Puppet, and Pulumi.