Cybersecurity Analyst/Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman•Bath Township, OH

1d•$83,400 - $155,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst in support of the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. NASIC is responsible for creating all-source intelligence defining the present and future air, air defense, cyber, space and ballistic missile threats to enable military operations, force modernization, and policy making. They should have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver and have broad knowledge of IT security principles, including systems and database software, storage technology, risk evaluation, vulnerability mitigation, and IT security tools. They should also have knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework), and experience in implementing and managing information security programs and controls. This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 2 years related experience (for Cybersecurity Analyst) OR Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 1-year related experience (for Cybersecurity Analyst)
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 5 years related experience (for Principal Cybersecurity Analyst) OR Master’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math discipline with a minimum of 3 years related experience (for Principal Cybersecurity Analyst)
Active Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance
IAT Level II certification such as SecurityX (formerly CASP+) or Security+
Knowledge in securing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), databases (e.g., SQL, Oracle), and network devices (routers, switches)
Understanding of security technologies, such as IDS/IPS, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, antivirus solutions, etc.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with DoD systems and compliance requirements
Understanding of network protocols, TCP/IP, routing, and switching
Experience with Security Tools such as Nessus, McAfee, Ivanti HEAT, Tanium, Solarwinds, Splunk

Responsibilities

Serve as Information System Security Officer (ISSO) and operate as a part of a team.
Manage software and information system certifications and approvals.
Coordinate incident response.
Conduct workforce cybersecurity training.
Perform maintenance and content updates of cybersecurity websites.