Sr Principal/Principal Cybersecurity Analyst - 19900 19874 - Roy UT
About the role
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 — from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.
The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking a Sr. Principal/Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Roy, Utah location. We are looking for an experienced professional to design, integrate, and maintain Cross‑Domain Solutions (CDS) that enable secure, policy‑compliant data transfer between classified and unclassified networks. The role includes conducting risk assessments, configuring hardware/software, performing rigorous testing, and providing ongoing support to ensure continuous compliance with US Government security directives. Due to the classified nature of the work, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options.
Responsibilities
- Manage the cybersecurity program of all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks.
- Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls and configurations, to enhance operational efficiencies of the information system security posture.
- 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.
- Drive the implementation of required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
- Establish and oversee strict program control processes that mitigate risk and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A). 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.
- Lead 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 inspection activities, along with any technical or corrective actions, and work collectively with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority.
- Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation (System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestones, etc.) for review and approval.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications — Level 3
- Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR
- Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; OR
- Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 9 years of experience
Basic Qualifications — Level 4
- Master's Degree with 6 years of experience; OR
- Bachelor's Degree with 8 years of experience; OR
- Associate's Degree with 10 years of experience; OR
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) with 12 years of experience
Additional Basic Qualifications
- Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for Cybersecurity (722) — e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, CND, SSCP.
- Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (minimum), with a closed investigation completed within the last 6 years, OR be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
- Experience in cybersecurity compliance (e.g., Assessment & Authorization under RMF).
- 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.
- Proven experience designing, implementing, and supporting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) for secure data transfer across classified networks.
Pay
CIDO Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 – $147,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 – $184,200.00
The above salary ranges represent general guidelines; Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions when determining base salary offers. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
Benefits
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.
Schedule & Location
Full-time, on-site at Roy, Utah. No virtual or telecommute options are available for this position.
Clearance & Travel
Top Secret clearance required for start. Travel required approximately 10% of the time.
Relocation
Relocation assistance may be available.