Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Polygraph

Northrop Grumman•Dulles, VA

2d•$114,000 - $171,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions CIDO team is seeking a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Dulles, VA location. This role involves conducting system audits, continuous monitoring, performing assessments of systems and networks, analyzing security requirements, assisting in the implementation of government policy, establishing program control processes for risk mitigation and Assessment and Authorization (A&A), supporting Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), documenting A&A results, and preparing the Risk Management Framework body of evidence. Due to the classified nature of the work, this position does not offer virtual or telecommute options and requires applicants to be willing to work on-site.

Requirements

Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant technical experience; OR an Associates degree with 7 years of relevant technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of relevant technical experience is required
Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM level II or higher certification (examples: CAP or CGRC, CASP+ or CompTIA Security X, GSLC, CCISP-Associate, CISM, CCISO, CISSP)
Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered
Candidates must have a current/recent Polygraph [adjudicated within the last 5 years] in order to be considered
Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security
CASP+/SecurityX certification
6 years of experience with Certification & Accreditation of classified systems and networks
Experience with Risk Management Framework and/or eMASS
Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, NISPOM, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF/eMASS package development
Experience enforcing guidelines, monitoring policies, and enforcing standards for Cybersecurity frameworks and industry best practices supporting National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF
Detail oriented with experience tracking project progress and status
Ability to solve complex problems with a mindset on cybersecurity compliance
Experience coordinating with a team to review and document information system changes
Experience and working knowledge and understanding of auditing, vulnerability scanning/remediation, SIEMs, DISA STIGs, and configuration/change control
Strong verbal and written communication skills to produce coherent and concise documentation required for evaluation
Current Special Program Access (SAP/SAR)

Responsibilities

Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of the information systems.
Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems. This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
Document the results of A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.