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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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Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Polygraph joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to manage cybersecurity programs for assigned information systems. The role involves executing security tasks, conducting system audits, monitoring configurations, and performing network assessments within specific enclaves to ensure compliance with local policies. Key responsibilities include driving government policy implementation, overseeing program control processes to mitigate risk, and leading formal Security Test and Evaluation activities. The candidate will prepare critical documentation such as System Security Plans and Risk Acceptance Reports while coordinating security certification testing. Required skills include expertise in Assessment and Authorization under the Risk Management Framework within JSIG or SAP environments. Technical tools mentioned include ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP. The role addresses the complex challenge of securing classified information systems through rigorous compliance with NIST, JSIG, and DAAG frameworks.
Manage the cybersecurity program for all assigned information systems and execute related tasks.
Conduct and lead regular system audits and continuous monitoring activities to improve security posture.
Assess networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policies, or local requirements.
Analyze and validate established security requirements while recommending additional safeguards and process tailoring.
Oversee program control processes to mitigate risk and support Assessment and Authorization (A&A).
Lead formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities including preparation, testing, and reporting.
Document A&A results and coordinate with the security team to submit responses to authorities.
Prepare and submit official documentation such as System Security Plans and Plan of Action and Milestones.
What we're looking for
Must have a Master's degree with 6 years experience, Bachelor's with 8 years, Associate's with 10 years, or High School/GED with 12 years of relevant technical experience.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for an IAM level II certification or higher (e.g., CISSP, CGRC, CASP+, or Security X).
Must possess a current Top Secret/SCI security clearance including a recent or current CI-Polygraph.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
Experience with Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework in a JSIG or SAP environment (preferred).
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).