Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst with Security Clearance
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities
to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around
the world today, and for generations to comeOur pioneering and
inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many
technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first
flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on
the moonWe look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a
pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun
along the wayOur culture thrives on intellectual curiosity,
cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we
have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossibleOur
employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Information Systems Security Professionals, We Want You! Cyber
assets everywhere are under siege from a wide spectrum of
threatsAlmost daily, these threats grow in sophistication, breadth
and speedSupport our entire enterprise and build the networks,
staff the teams, and develop the processes that will keep us
defining what's possibleWe have opportunities across our enterprise
with 90,000 team members throughout the worldThe only limit to your
growth is your ambition and driveWe want to empower you to bring
your best, with resources, support, and talented team members that
will launch your careerAt Northrop Grumman, we take a holistic
approach to cybersecurity, looking at the whole cyber landscape of
people, processes and technology and the whole security realm of
offense, defense, and exploitationThought leadership demands
nothing lessIf you are an expert with classified computers within
the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community
computing environments, Northrop Grumman Corporation has fantastic
opportunities for your career growthWe are seeking experienced
Information Systems Security Professionals across the country to
support information systems lifecycle activitiesResponsibilities
will include (but are not limited to):
* Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking
environment or enclave and identify where those systems and
networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or
local policy.
* Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation
of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of
systemsIncludes support of process, analysis, coordination,
security certification test, security documentation, as well as
investigations, software research, hardware introduction and
release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic
audits.
* Assist in the implementation of the required government policy,
make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and
document process activities.
* Perform analyses to validate established security requirements
and to recommend additional security requirements and
safeguards.
* Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E)
required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test
preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results
and preparation of required reports.
* Document the results of Certification and Accreditation
activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the
system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones
POA&M.
* Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits
and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closedIf you
are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply
today! Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being
performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute
working optionsApplicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are
willing to work on-siteBasic Qualifications:
* Master's degree with 3 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's
degree with 5 years of experience; OR an Associates degree with 7
years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of
experience is required
* Must have a DoD 8570 IAM level II (or higher) security
certification (examples: CAP, CASP+ CE, CCISO, HCISPP, CISM, GSLC,
CISSP-Associate, or CISSP);
* Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret security clearance
with SCI with Polygraph (at a minimum) to include a closed
investigation date completed within the last 6 years in order to be
considered--- Must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access
to Special Programs as condition of continued employment Preferred
Qualifications:
* The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Cyber
Security, a DoD 8570 IAM level II (or higher) security
certification, and 4+ years of experience with Assessment and
Authorization of classified systems and Risk Management
Framework
* Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST,
DIACAP, NISPOM, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF
package development preferred
* Current Top Secret with SCI and/or SAP/SAR access level is highly
desirable Salary Range: $107,300 - $160,900 The above salary range
represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers
a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the
scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's
experience, education, skills and current market
conditionsEmployees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in
addition to base payAnnual bonuses are designed to reward
individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in
company resultsEmployees in Vice President or Director positions
may be eligible for Long Term IncentivesIn addition, Northrop
Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance
coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid
holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal
business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from
the job posting dateHowever, this timeline may be shortened or
extended depending on business needs and the availability of
qualified candidatesNorthrop Grumman is committed to hiring and
retaining a diverse workforceWe are proud to be an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without
regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran
status, disability, or any other protected classFor our complete
EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit
http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO U.SCitizenship is required for
all positions with a government clearance and certain other
restricted positions.
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