Sentinel - Systems Security Engineer level 2/3 (20009)

Northrop Grumman • Roy, UT

3d • $79,300 - $147,600 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Systems Security Engineer or Principal Systems Security Engineer to join our Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team. This position will be located at Roy, UT to support the Sentinel (GBSD) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure. This position may be filled at a higher level based on qualifications below.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related experience; or a master’s degree with 1 year of related experience (Principal level requires 5 years with a bachelor's; or 3 years with a master's)
• Must be a US Citizen with an active US Government Secret Security Clearance with investigation in the last 6 years or in Continuous Evaluation (CE) and ability to obtain & maintain Top Secret clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) access within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Requires experience researching, interpreting, and developing mitigations for vulnerabilities

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
• Experience communicating effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.
• 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 with Systems Security Engineering principles applicable to US Government Defense and/or US Military Programs.
• Experience executing Risk Management Framework practices as described in NIST SP 800-37
• DOD 8140 IAT 1-3 Certifications (Security+ / CISSP / CASP+ / etc.)
• Experience communicating effectively and clearly presenting technical approaches and findings
• Strong written communication skills; experience developing documentation
• A self-starter with strong time management skills
• Organizational skills and ability to anticipate future challenges
• Additional qualifications for principal level: Experience performing Trusted Systems and Networks (TSN) analyses, Cybersecurity Risk Assessments, and experience with DODI 5200.44

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing system security vulnerability assessment and risk mitigation for the overall program and communicate those results to relevant stakeholders.
• Support the SSE Risk Assessment Team in the execution of Program Initiatives.
• Reviews and recommend system security designs to relevant stakeholders; additionally, you will 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.
• Self-starters compelled to act in the workplace without requiring prompting from supervisors.
• Support MDT with other duties as assigned.
• This role may require 10% travel

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
• Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level