Staff Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Roy, UT
Salary
$152,900–$229,300 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
7 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 629 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $117,500–$176,300 across 314 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Cybersecurity Analyst

The Staff Cybersecurity Analyst joins the CIDO Classified Solutions team to support information systems lifecycle activities. This role involves managing the cybersecurity program for assigned systems, executing security tasks, and leading regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities. The analyst will perform assessments of networks and enclaves to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, validate security requirements, and drive the implementation of government policies. Key responsibilities include overseeing program control processes to mitigate risk, leading formal Security Test and Evaluation, and preparing critical documentation like System Security Plans and Plans of Action and Milestones. Required skills include knowledge of ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP, alongside familiarity with NIST, JSIG, and DAAG frameworks to solve complex security posture and compliance problems.

What you'll do

  • Manage the cybersecurity program and execute all related tasks for assigned information systems.
  • Conduct regular system audits and continuous monitoring to enhance the security posture.
  • Assess networks to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policies, or local policies.
  • Analyze security requirements to recommend additional safeguards and drive government policy implementation.
  • 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 10 years of experience, a Bachelor's with 12 years, an Associate's with 14 years, or a GED with 16 years.
  • Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Cybersecurity 722 - Intermediate certification.
  • 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 CE.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field (preferred).
  • CISSP certification (preferred).
  • Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment & Authorization under RMF (preferred).

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