Senior Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Dulles, VA
Salary
$142,200–$213,400 / yr
Posted
14 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago
Closes
Sep 13, 2026 (soon)

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Above market

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This role $178k
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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 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

The Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - TS/SCI joins the Classified Solutions CIDO team to support information systems lifecycle activities within a classified environment. The role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring of security controls, and performing assessments of networks to identify deviations from established policies. Key responsibilities include validating security requirements, implementing government policies, managing risk mitigation through strict program controls, and supporting Assessment and Authorization processes. The candidate will perform Security Test and Evaluation activities, prepare Risk Management Framework body of evidence, and conduct vulnerability scanning. Required skills and tools include ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, NISPOM, and eMASS. This position addresses the critical challenge of securing information systems within a high-security enclave by ensuring all configurations meet rigorous government standards and technical requirements for classified infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes.
  • Assess networks within enclaves to identify deviations from acceptable configurations or local policies.
  • Analyze established security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and policy tailoring.
  • Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support the Assessment and Authorization of systems.
  • Perform research on emerging technologies, hardware releases, and software for system integration.
  • Support formal Security Test and Evaluation by preparing tests, analyzing results, and drafting reports.
  • Document Assessment and Authorization activities and prepare Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

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.
  • Must possess a current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI level security clearance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs as a condition of employment.
  • Must meet U.S. Government 8140 (8570 equivalent) requirements for an IAM level II certification or higher.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen.
  • Preferred experience includes 6 years with Certification and Accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework.
  • Preferred technical skills include ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, NISPOM, system audits, and vulnerability scanning.
  • Preferred to have active SAP/SAR access.

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