Cyber Systems Engineer – Level 3 (26-367)

Top Secret clearance required to start. Travel required (10% of the time). No relocation assistance available.

About the role

At Northrop Grumman, our employees work on revolutionary systems that impact lives worldwide. Our pioneering spirit has driven technological advancements from the first transatlantic flight to stealth bombers and moon landings. We seek bold, innovative individuals to join our team and shape the future.

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a vital operational system enabling the U.S. President, Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders to plan, monitor, and control ballistic missile defense operations. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities, optimizing responses to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It networks, integrates, and synchronizes autonomous sensor and weapon systems globally and regionally, serving as a force multiplier for missile defense.

The Cyber A&A Engineer will leverage Assessment & Authorization (A&A) expertise to analyze ACAS/SCC/ConfigOS scans and controls, supporting ongoing system authorization. The role involves evaluating system vulnerabilities, managing account issues, developing engineering responses for system POA&Ms, and performing risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs).

Responsibilities

• Apply principles, theories, and concepts in cybersecurity to provide thorough solutions to complex problems.
• Work under general supervision with results reviewed post-completion; failure to meet objectives may cause program delays and resource impacts.
• Engage frequently with internal and external customers to resolve difficult technical issues.
• Analyze ACAS/SCC/ConfigOS scans and controls to support system authorization.
• Evaluate system vulnerabilities and manage account-related issues.
• Develop engineering responses for system POA&Ms (Plan of Action and Milestones).
• Perform risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs).
• Assist in creating and maintaining system packages in eMASS/Xacta.
• Review scan data, STIGs (Security Technical Implementation Guides), and RMF (Risk Management Framework) controls.
• Support accreditation of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, with 5 years of experience; OR a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of experience; OR 9 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND) at the time of application, maintained throughout the contract period.
• Current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application.
• Solid cybersecurity engineering skills with working knowledge of cybersecurity technologies, DoDI 8500.2, and RMF 800-53.
• Strong skills in preparing technical documents and effective verbal communication.
• Comprehensive understanding of ACAS/SCC outputs.
• Hands-on experience reviewing scan data, STIGs, and RMF controls.
• Experience with eMASS and accrediting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).
• Primary work location: Schriever Space Force Base, CO (on-site with no remote options).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs), IAVMs (Information Assurance Vulnerability Management), and POA&Ms.
• Experience working with third-party assessors and auditors.
• Experience conducting self-assessments and analyzing STIGs.
• Experience with management and auditing of accounts.
• Knowledge of patch and configuration management for complex and disparate enterprise systems.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Pay

Primary salary range: $113,900.00 – $170,900.00. Base salary offers consider scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Eligible employees may receive overtime, shift differentials, discretionary bonuses, annual bonuses tied to individual and company performance, and long-term incentives for Vice President or Director positions.