Classisfied Cybersecurity Analyst - TS/SCI

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

2d•$87,600 - $131,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst (Information System Security Officer) to support information system lifecycle activities. The position is full-time and requires on-site work at the company’s Rolling Meadows, Illinois location; virtual and telecommuting options are not available because of the classified nature of the work. Travel is 10% of the time, and a current Top Secret/SCI clearance is required to start. The role supports cybersecurity assessments, continuous monitoring, Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation, and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities for classified information systems. The analyst evaluates security controls and system configurations, supports government security testing and accreditation processes, and documents assessment results and related technical and coordination activities. Northrop Grumman describes a collaborative team environment with learning opportunities and exposure to varied projects and customers. The company offers flexible work arrangements, a 9/80 schedule, benefits and healthcare, and a 401(k) matching program. The stated primary-level salary range is $87,600 to $131,400. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.

Requirements

Master’s degree with 0 years of technical experience; or Bachelor’s degree with 2 years; or Associate’s degree with 4 years; or High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of technical experience.
Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst—IAM Level I certification or higher. Listed examples include Security+, CND, Cloud+, CAP or CGRC, CASP+ or CompTIA Security X, CISSP-Associate, CISM, CISSP, GSLC, and CCISO.
Have a current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI clearance at minimum, with a closed investigation completed within the last 6 years, or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation Program.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Counter Intelligence Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.
Willingness to work full-time on-site in Rolling Meadows, Illinois; the classified role does not offer virtual or telecommuting options.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
Security+ CE certification.
Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment and Authorization under RMF.
TS/SCI access and CI-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.

Responsibilities

Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring of security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate information-system security posture.
Assess systems and networks in networking environments or enclaves and identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Analyze and validate established security requirements and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
Assist with implementing required government policy, recommend process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
Support program control processes to mitigate risks and support system Assessment and Authorization, including process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging-technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
Support formal Security Test and Evaluation activities through preparation, test participation, analysis of results, and preparation of required reports.
Document A&A, technical, and coordination activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits and healthcare.
Health insurance coverage.
Life and disability insurance.
Savings plan and 401(k) matching program.
Company-paid holidays.
Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
Flexible work arrangements.
9/80 work schedule.
Learning opportunities and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.