Staff/Senior Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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On-site
Location
OK
Salary
$127,900–$191,900 / yr
Posted
4 days ago
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5 roles within 25 mi

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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

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TL;DR · Staff/Senior Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer

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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Staff Cybersecurity Systems Engineer or Senior Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer to join their B-2 program team. In this role, you will assess software and hardware for vulnerabilities, develop automation for cybersecurity processes, and investigate complex technical issues. You will guide security layout and architecture, influence tool selection, and ensure the functional effectiveness of cybersecurity protections through verification efforts. Responsibilities include solving low-level cybersecurity problems, conducting vulnerability assessments using tools like ACAS and STIGs, generating RMF artifacts, and participating in systems engineering reviews. The ideal candidate has a background in cybersecurity with experience in NIST standards and holds relevant certifications such as CISSP or Security+ CE. This position requires a DoD Secret clearance and the ability to work on sensitive government contracts.

Skills

NIST 800-53 NIST 800-171 ACAS STIGs Risk Management Framework (RMF) System Security Plan Continuous Monitoring Plan Risk Assessment Report Security Control Traceability Matrix Plan Of Actions & Milestones CISSP CSSLP IAM III DoD Secret clearance Security+ CE

What you'll do

  • Assess software and hardware for cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
  • Develop automation tools for cybersecurity processes.
  • Perform system categorization based on impact analysis.
  • Generate artifacts required for Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages.
  • Implement and review cybersecurity requirements verification methods.
  • Participate in Systems Engineering Technical Review events across the lifecycle.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM field with 8+ years of relevant cybersecurity experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in conducting cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluations
  • Knowledge of NIST standards (NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171) and JSIG guidelines
  • Current DoD Secret clearance and ability to obtain program clearance
  • CISSP or equivalent certification required; CSSLP preferred
  • Experience with cybersecurity tools like ACAS for vulnerability scans

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