Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret

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 come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We 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 way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Redondo Beach, CA location. Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.

About the role

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of the information systems.
• 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.
• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
• Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
• Work within strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems. This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging-technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
• 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 A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with 0 years of relevant experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience; OR a High School diploma (or equivalent) with 6 years of relevant experience.
• Current Security+ certification or greater.
• Current US Government Secret level security clearance (at a minimum) with the ability to obtain a US Government Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.
• Must be willing to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA; no virtual or telecommute options available.
• Travel required: 10% of the time.
• Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• Experience in cybersecurity compliance (e.g., Assessment & Authorization under RMF).
• Top Secret, SAP/SAR access, SCI access, and/or a Polygraph.
• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements (9/80 work schedule).
• Phenomenal learning opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• Exceptional benefits and healthcare coverage.
• Great 401k matching program.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
• Discretionary bonuses and eligibility for overtime or shift differential, depending on the position.
• Long Term Incentives for eligible employees (Vice President or Director positions).

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00. 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 conditions.