Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Linthicum Heights, MD

4d•$119,600 - $179,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector Chief Information & Digital Office is seeking a Principal Cyber Security Engineer to support the Mission Systems Sector Chief Information Security Office and Cybersecurity organization. The role helps defend and protect company networks, systems, data, and intellectual property through cybersecurity engineering and architecture. The position supports the Mission Systems Mission Next division and is based full-time on-site at the Linthicum, Maryland campus; it is not a remote-work opportunity. Travel is required 25% of the time. Candidates must be able to obtain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance as a condition of continued employment. The engineer designs security solutions that meet business requirements, cybersecurity practices, and compliance regulations; assesses designs and architectures for security gaps; and advises on risk remediation and emerging threats. The role also includes security and risk assessments, collaboration with technical teams and leadership, and regular work with the Sector Chief Information Security Officer on recommendations and cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

9 years of relevant experience with a high school diploma or GED; 7 years with an associate degree; 5 years with a Bachelor of Science; 3 years with a master's degree; or 1 year with a Ph.D.
Experience with NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53 security frameworks.
Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret-level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
Cybersecurity engineering and architecture experience.
Knowledge of artificial intelligence, prompts, and usage.
Knowledge of risk management principles, including use of a risk-based approach.
Experience interpreting and implementing security industry compliance standards and guidance, including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Professional or technical certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Security Plus, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, or Azure Solutions Architect.
Government 8570 IAT/IAM Level II or III certification.
Experience in system security, network security, and application security.
Knowledge of current and emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.
Contributions to architectural or industry changes in cybersecurity.
Experience performing risk assessments of internally and externally hosted solutions.
Experience evaluating, designing, configuring, and implementing cloud service models such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
Experience working in an Agile/DevOps environment.
Scripting experience.
Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity principles, networking, architecture, servers, systems design, and Identity and Access Management.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new and changing business and technical concepts, requirements, skills, and tools.
Goal-oriented team player committed to quality and detail.
Proven ability to drive decisions collaboratively, resolve conflicts, and ensure follow-through.
Innovative and strategic thinker who is positive, proactive, and readily embraces change.
Ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer solutions that meet business requirements, cybersecurity practices, and compliance regulations.
Provide security guidance in compliance with NIST 800-171 and Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
Assess technical designs and identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures.
Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats.
Identify risks and provide remediation guidance for gaps to support hardened, sustainable solutions.
Take ownership of solutions, assignments, action items, and issues, and remain accountable for their completion.
Lead effectively with team members, customers, and key stakeholders, fostering team success.
Communicate and collaborate with leadership and technical teams, including systems and network administrators, security engineers, and IT support teams.
Conduct security and risk assessments for services, applications, hardware, and systems.
Work regularly with the Sector Chief Information Security Officer to provide security recommendations and lead cross-functional initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Friendly team environment
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
9/80 work schedule
401(k) matching program
Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on the position