Sentinel - Systems / Principal Systems Security Engineer - 19073

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

1d•$79,300 - $147,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Systems Security Engineer (T02 level) / Principal Systems Security Engineer (T03 level) to support the Sentinel program in Roy, Utah. The Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team is looking for a motivated individual to perform vulnerability and risk analysis and mitigations. This role involves conducting system security vulnerability assessments and risk mitigation for the overall program, and communicating these findings to relevant stakeholders. The position requires a self-starter with strong time management, organizational skills, and the ability to anticipate future challenges.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
Must have a current or ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Demonstrable experience researching, interpreting, and developing mitigations for vulnerabilities.
Demonstrable experience creating risks and developing mitigation plans for those risks.
Demonstrable experience communicating effectively and clearly presenting technical approaches and findings.
Strong written communication skills; experience developing documentation.
Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience (Systems Engineer T-02), or 0 years of experience with a Master's degree.
Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related experience (Principal Systems Engineer T-03), or 3 years experience with a Master of Science degree; 1 year experience with a PhD.
Experience performing Trusted Systems and Networks (TSN) analyses.
Familiarization with DODI 5200.44.
Experience performing Cybersecurity Risk Assessments.

Nice To Haves

Experience applying and understanding Systems Security Engineering principles applicable to US Government Defense Programs and/or US Military Programs.
Experience researching, interpreting, and developing mitigations for threats and vulnerabilities.
Experience researching, analyzing, and prioritizing identified vulnerabilities.
Direct experience conducting supply chain risk management or program protection practices.
Demonstrated experience with vulnerability management.
Experience with Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools.
Experience executing Risk Management Framework practices as described in NIST SP 800-37.
DOD 8140 IAT 1-3 Certifications (Security+ / CISSP / CASP+ / etc.).

Responsibilities

Support the SSE Risk Assessment Team in the execution of Program Initiatives.
Review and recommend system security designs to relevant stakeholders.
Assess and propose mitigations to system security vulnerabilities and risks throughout the program life cycle.
Execute completion Statement of Work requirements, Program Milestone Exit Criteria, and program maturity commitments.
Act in the workplace without requiring prompting from supervisors.
Support MDT with other duties as assigned.
Perform vulnerability and risk analysis and mitigations.
Perform system security vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation for the overall program.
Communicate results to relevant stakeholders.