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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
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The Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to manage the cybersecurity program for all assigned information systems. This role involves executing cybersecurity tasks, leading regular system audits, and performing continuous monitoring of security controls and configurations. The analyst identifies deviations from enclave policies, validates security requirements, and drives the implementation of government policies. Key responsibilities include overseeing program control processes to mitigate risk, conducting Security Test and Evaluation, and preparing critical documentation like System Security Plans and Risk Acceptance Reports. The position requires proficiency with tools such as Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside knowledge of NIST, JSIG, and RMF frameworks. The work focuses on supporting information systems lifecycle activities within a classified networking environment to ensure secure operations.
Manage the cybersecurity program for all assigned information systems and execute related tasks.
Lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities to enhance security posture.
Assess networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Analyze and validate security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and process tailoring.
Oversee program control processes to mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A).
Lead formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities and prepare required reports for accrediting authorities.
Prepare and submit A&A documentation including System Security Plans and Plans of Action and Milestones.
What we're looking for
Must have a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience, a Bachelor’s with 8 years, an Associate’s with 10 years, or a High School diploma with 12 years.
Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst, such as CISSP or equivalent.
Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with a closed investigation date within the last 6 years or be enrolled in Continuous Evaluation.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.
U.S. Citizenship is required.
Must be able to work on-site full-time at the Redondo Beach, CA location.
Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field (preferred).
Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).
Knowledge of security tools such as Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP (preferred).
Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, SSPs, ITCSCs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs (preferred).
Risk Management Framework
NIST
JSIG
ACAS
Nessus
Splunk
Trellix
SCAP
Assessment and Authorization
System Security Plan
Plan of Action and Milestones
Security Controls Traceability Matrix
Security Test and Evaluation
Cybersecurity Compliance
Information Systems Security Manager