Cybersecurity Analyst / Principal Cybersecurity Analyst - 19072

Northrop Grumman•Clearfield, UT

9d•$79,300 - $147,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Northrop Grumman Ground Subsystem Support Contract (GSSC) has an exciting opportunity on the cyber team located in Clearfield, UT. This is a dual level position. The selected candidate will perform the following key duties and responsibilities: Perform assessments of weapon system components and networks to identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy; this is achieved through passive evaluations such as compliance audits and active evaluations such as vulnerability assessments. Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support obtaining certification and accreditation of systems; this includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections, and periodic audits. Document the results of Assessment and Authorization activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones POA&M. Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed. Provide analysis, design, development, implementation, and security assessments to ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance. Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of Cyber Security implementation. Develop system and policy documentation required for certification evaluation. Perform other ISSM/ISSO duties as necessary. Apply scientific, engineering, and information assurance principles to deliver trustworthy systems that satisfy stakeholder requirements within their established risk tolerance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or Master's degree; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree. (Cybersecurity Analyst)
Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, or Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or PhD degree with 1 year of experience; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree. (Principal Cybersecurity Analyst)
Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret).
Current DoDD 8140 ISSM 722-Intermediate Certification (Examples: CGRC, CASP, CCISO, Security+), or ability to obtain one within 6 months, and maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
Must be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a collaborative team environment within schedules and timelines.
Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, or similar cybersecurity frameworks (Principal Cybersecurity Analyst)

Nice To Haves

2 years of Information Systems Security Officer/Manager experience.
Current DODD 8140 ISSM 722-Advanced Certification (Examples: CISM, CISSP, GCIA, GSLC).
Working knowledge and understanding of auditing, vulnerability scanning/remediation, DISA STIGs, configuration/change control, and implementation of Risk Management Framework.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to produce coherent and concise documentation required for certification evaluation.
ICBM Experience.
Current DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Perform assessments of weapon system components and networks to identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy; this is achieved through passive evaluations such as compliance audits and active evaluations such as vulnerability assessments.
Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support obtaining certification and accreditation of systems; this includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections, and periodic audits.
Document the results of Assessment and Authorization activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones POA&M.
Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
Provide analysis, design, development, implementation, and security assessments to ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance.
Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of Cyber Security implementation.
Develop system and policy documentation required for certification evaluation.
Perform other ISSM/ISSO duties as necessary.
Apply scientific, engineering, and information assurance principles to deliver trustworthy systems that satisfy stakeholder requirements within their established risk tolerance.