Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret

Northrop Grumman•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•$129,300 - $193,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman’s Classified CIDO Solutions team is seeking a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. This role manages cybersecurity programs for assigned information systems and carries out cybersecurity-related tasks, including system assessments, continuous monitoring, risk management, and Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities. The position leads formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), prepares and submits security documentation, and coordinates corrective actions with the security team and appropriate government authorities. This is a full-time, on-site position in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The role requires a current Secret clearance and the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment. Travel is required 25% of the time.

Requirements

Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant technical experience, or bachelor’s degree and 8 years, or associate’s degree and 10 years, or high school diploma/GED and 12 years.
Experience with Linux (RHEL), eMass, SIEM tools, and compliance scanning.
Meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level III; examples include CISM, CISSP, or CCISO.
Current Secret-level security clearance, at minimum.
Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment.
Willingness to work full-time on-site; virtual and telecommuting options are not offered for this position.
Willingness to travel 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Cyber Security.
10 years of experience with certification and accreditation of classified systems and Risk Management Framework.
Knowledge of ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, RMF, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development.
Knowledge of security tools such as Elk and Trellix.
Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as DAAG, SSPs, and SCTMs.
Active Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Manage the cybersecurity program for assigned information systems and execute cybersecurity-related tasks.
Conduct and lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, including reviews of security controls and configurations.
Assess systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Analyze systems to validate established security requirements and recommend additional requirements and safeguards.
Drive implementation of required government policy, recommend process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
Establish and oversee program control processes to mitigate risk 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.
Lead formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E), including pre-test preparations, participation in tests, analysis of results, and preparation of required reports.
Document A&A and inspection results, technical or corrective actions, and coordinate with the security team to submit responses to the appropriate cognizant authority.
Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation, including System Security Plans, Risk Acceptance Reports, Security Controls Traceability Matrices, and Plans of Action and Milestones.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements (while the position itself requires on-site work).
Learning opportunities and 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 for vacation and/or personal business.
9/80 work schedule.
401(k) matching program.
Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus, depending on the position.