Cloud Security Architect - Level 3/4 (AHT)

Northrop Grumman•Redondo Beach, CA

2d•$114,000 - $213,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Cloud Security Architect - Level 3/4 to join their team in Redondo Beach, CA. This position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding and obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. As a Cloud Security Architect - Level 3/4, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery and accreditation of secure ground infrastructure, enabling cross-domain data flows (e.g., between CUI and SECRET clouds) to meet mission needs and strict cyber requirements in a complex cloud and on-prem hybrid environment. This position can be filled at either a level 3 or a level 4.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance required at the time of application
Experience implementing or managing infrastructure in at least one major cloud environment (AWS GovCloud, AWS SC2S, Azure Government, or equivalent)
Experience with cybersecurity best practices and frameworks (e.g., NIST RMF, DoD STIGs, security controls, vulnerability management)
Experience supporting system security accreditation (e.g., ATO/IATT process), developing/maintaining POA&Ms, evidence, or SSPs
Proficient in system/network automation or scripting tools (Python, PowerShell, Bash, Ansible, etc.)
For Level 3: 5 years of relevant experience with Bachelors; 3 years of relevant experience with Masters; 1 year of relevant experience with PhD; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree
For Level 4: 8 years of relevant experience with Bachelors; 6 years of relevant experience with Masters; 4 years of relevant experience with PhD; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Nice To Haves

Experience architecting, deploying, or administering cross domain solutions (CDS, data diodes, guard tech, or secure gateways)
Experience deploying and maintaining commercial CDS products in operational environments
Experience integrating cross-domain or boundary solutions in multicloud or hybrid cloud/on-prem enterprise architectures
Understanding of cross-domain data flow controls, information assurance principles, boundary defense, and secure enclave design
Prior success navigating the cybersecurity accreditation process for government/military programs (including artifacts, testing, and audit support)
Familiarity with secure cloud architectures (AWS GovCloud/SC2S/IAM, VPCs, peering, cross-account networking, infrastructure-as-code)
Relevant certifications: Security+, CISSP, AWS Solutions Architect, CCSP, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Supporting the delivery and accreditation of secure ground infrastructure.
Enabling cross-domain data flows (e.g., between CUI and SECRET clouds) to meet mission needs and strict cyber requirements in a complex cloud and on-prem hybrid environment.