As a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer specializing in Cyber A&A at Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration, you will play a crucial role in supporting the U.S. by managing user accounts, conducting compliance audits with tools like STIG Viewer and SCAP, and performing vulnerability assessments using ACAS. Your daily tasks include developing test plans for Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) assessments, updating RMF documentation to track non-compliant system hardening, and implementing government cybersecurity policies such as NISPOM and NIST standards. You will also assist in certification testing, prepare necessary artifacts like Test Results and Authorization Boundary Diagrams, and coordinate across the program to address deficiencies in RMF assessment activities. This role requires expertise in Windows and Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems, knowledge of Docker and containers, and proficiency with tools such as ConfigOS and eMASS.
Skills
STIG Viewer
SCAP
ACAS
ConfigOS
Risk Management Framework
NISPOM
NIST
DoD
Security+ CE
CCNA-Security
CySA+
CND
CGRC
CASP
CISM
CISSP
CCISO
eMASS
Fortify
SonarQube
Windows
RHEL
Docker
What you'll do
Conduct assessments of systems and networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations using STIG Viewer and SCAP.
Perform Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) assessments and hardening for Windows and RHEL systems.
Develop test plans reflecting how STIG checks are implemented and document expected outcomes.
Update RMF artifact documentation to track and remediate non-compliant system hardening issues.
Establish program control processes to ensure risk mitigation and support assessment and authorization of systems.
Prepare artifacts such as Test Results, Authorization Boundary Diagrams, and Network Topologies for A&A activities.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in a related field required
Active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II / IAM Level I or higher
Proficiency in cybersecurity technology and DoD/Federal cybersecurity policy
Knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) lifecycle processes
Experience with STIG assessments, hardening, and compliance audits
Understanding and utilization of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS)
Skills in software assurance static and dynamic code analysis tools
Market check
Salary context
This
$142,200–$213,200
range sits above
62%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$119,950–$198,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$142,287–$191,000
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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
173 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$113,900–$170,950
across 168 roles with salary data.
RMF
NIST SP 800-37
MITRE ATT&CK
MBSE
Cybersecurity Strategies
System Security Plans
Continuous Monitoring Plans
Risk Assessment Report
Security Control Traceability Matrix
Plan Of Actions & Milestones
Model Based System Engineering
CompTIA Security+
DoD Cyber Workforce Framework