Staff Cybersecurity Analyst - 20418 - Roy Utah

About the role

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Staff 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. Due to the classified nature of the work, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Travel is required approximately 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available. A current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (minimum) with a closed investigation within the last 6 years, or enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, is required. The candidate must also have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.

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 deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
• Drive 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), including 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 tests, analysis of results, and preparation of required reports.
• Document results of A&A activities, inspection activities, 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.

Requirements

• Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree with 14 years of relevant experience; OR High School Diploma/GED with 16 years of relevant experience.
• Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for Cybersecurity 722 – Intermediate.
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (minimum) with closed investigation within the last 6 years, OR enrollment in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• CISSP certification.
• 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.

Pay

CIDO Primary Level Salary Range: $152,900.00 – $229,300.00. The above range is a general guideline; base salary offers consider scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. 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

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Relocation assistance may be available

Schedule

Full-time, on-site at Roy, Utah location. No virtual or telecommute options. Travel required approximately 10% of the time.