Sr Principal Cyber Software Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$142,200 - $213,200•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. We are seeking cleared or clearable mid-level Software Engineers who are self-motivated and energetic with a background in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 8 years of programming experience OR M.S. degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field and 6 years of programming experience OR Ph.D and 3 years of relevant work experience.
Active Top Secret security clearance and ability to acquire the IDIQ SCI clearance
Proficient in engineering best practices
Proficient C programming skills
Extensive knowledge of networking device, topology, and communication concepts
Strong breadth and depth of knowledge of Offensive Cyber techniques and technologies
Experience as Technical Lead leading teams of 2-8 engineers

Nice To Haves

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Experience spearheading process improvement initiatives
Experience participating in competitive proposal efforts
Reverse Engineering
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
Familiarity with Assembly Languages (x86, x64, MIPS, PPC, or ARM)
Understanding of return-oriented programming (ROP) concepts and execution
Development of lower level networking protocols such as TCP/IP and UDP
OS Internals experience

Responsibilities

Building and maintaining close relationships with Program Portfolio Program Managers, Engineering Program Managers, technical leads, customers, and subcontractors.
Formulating, managing, and executing long-term Program Portfolio strategy.
Ensuring a consistent technical approach across task orders.
Taking responsibility for process improvement initiatives.
Taking ownership of competitive proposals as the lead of the technical activities, including driving discussion on bid decisions and reviewing technical solutions, schedules, BOEs, and coordination with subcontractors.
Serving as a deputy technical lead on an existing task order.