Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret

Northrop Grumman•Chandler, AZ

8d•$98,400 - $147,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. This is a full-time, on-site position at the Chandler, Arizona location; the classified work does not permit virtual or telecommute arrangements. The role requires a current U.S. Government Secret clearance at a minimum and the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs (SAP/SAR). Travel is 10% of the time. The analyst evaluates information-system security posture through audits and continuous monitoring, assesses systems and networks against approved configurations and policies, and validates security requirements. The position supports government policy implementation and tailoring, risk mitigation, Assessment and Authorization (A&A), and formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E). It also involves coordinating and documenting security activities and preparing the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Requirements

One of the following education and technical experience combinations: Master’s degree and 3 years; Bachelor’s degree and 5 years; Associate’s degree and 7 years; or High School Diploma/GED and 9 years.
Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level I certification or higher. 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 Secret security clearance at a minimum, with a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
Have the ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Programs (SAP/SAR) as a condition of continued employment.
Be willing to work full-time on-site in Chandler, Arizona; virtual and telecommute work are not available.
U.S. citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field.
IAM III certification.
Experience in cybersecurity compliance, such as Assessment and Authorization under RMF.
Top Secret clearance, 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.

Responsibilities

Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate information-system security posture.
Assess systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Analyze and validate established security requirements and recommend additional requirements and safeguards.
Assist with implementing required government policy, recommend process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
Establish program control processes to mitigate risks and support system Assessment and Authorization (A&A), including process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
Support formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) through pre-test 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

Flexible work arrangements
Learning opportunities
Friendly team environment
Health insurance and healthcare benefits
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
401(k) matching program
Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position
9/80 work schedule