Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Melbourne, FL
Salary
$122,800–$184,200 / yr
Posted
2 days ago

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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 200 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Classified Solutions team is hiring a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to manage cybersecurity programs for information systems, conducting regular audits and continuous monitoring activities to enhance security postures. This role involves implementing government policies, leading Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) processes, and preparing comprehensive A&A documentation such as System Security Plans and Risk Acceptance Reports. The ideal candidate will have a Master’s Degree with 6 years of experience or equivalent qualifications, along with relevant certifications like CAP, CASP+, CISM, or CISSP, and must hold a current Secret level security clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance. Preferred candidates also possess extensive experience in RMF package development and knowledge of tools like ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, and NIST standards.

What you'll do

  • Manage cybersecurity programs for assigned information systems and execute related tasks.
  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities to enhance security posture.
  • Implement government policies and recommend process tailoring for cybersecurity.
  • Oversee program control processes to mitigate risks and support A&A requirements.
  • Lead Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities as required by accrediting authorities.
  • Document results of A&A activities and prepare technical or corrective action reports.

What we're looking for

  • Master’s Degree with 6 years or Bachelor’s with 8 years of relevant cybersecurity experience required
  • Must hold CAP, CASP+, SecurityX, CISM, or CISSP security certification
  • Requires current US Government Secret level clearance and ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
  • Experience in Certification and Accreditation (C&A) of classified systems preferred
  • Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, DIACAP, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development beneficial

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