At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
Cybersecurity Professionals, We Want You!
Cyber assets everywhere are under siege from a wide spectrum of threats. Almost daily, these threats grow in sophistication, breadth and speed. At Northrop Grumman, we take a holistic approach to cybersecurity, looking at the whole cyber landscape of people, processes and technology and the whole security realm of offense, defense, and exploitation. Thought leadership demands nothing less.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cyber Systems Engineer / Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to join the Aeronautics Systems Sector Chief Information Security Office supporting its mission of defending and protecting the company’s networks, systems, data, and intellectual property wherever it resides. Experience with cybersecurity engineering is key for this role.
This position will be located in Clearfield, UT primarily providing support to the Aeronautics Systems Air Dominance division and other cybersecurity responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide security guidance in compliance with NIST 800-171 and Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
Assessment of technical designs and identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures.
Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats.
Identify risks and provide guidance regarding remediation of gaps to facilitate a hardened and sustainable solutions.
Take ownership of solutions, assignments, actions items and issues, and remain accountable for their completion.
Lead effectively especially with other team members, customers and key stakeholders and foster team success.
Communicate and collaborate with leadership and technical teams to include systems and network administrators, security engineers, and IT Support teams.
Security and risk assessments for services, applications, hardware, and systems.
Work with the Sector Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a regular basis to provide security recommendations and lead cross functional initiatives.
Basic Qualifications:
Cyber Systems Engineer: 2 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 0 years of relevant experience with a Master's Degree.
Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: 5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 3 years of relevant experience with a Master's Degree.
Applicants must have an active DoD Secret level security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or must be enrolled in the DoD Continuous Evaluation Program (CEP) in order to be considered; the required security clearance must be maintained as a condition of continued employment.
Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.
Cybersecurity engineering and architecture experience.
Knowledge of risk management principles, including use of a risk-based approach.
Experience with interpreting and implementing security compliance standards and guidance including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional/technical certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Security Plus, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect.
DoD 8570 IAT/IAM Level II or III certification.
Experience in areas such as system security, network, and application security.
Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.
Contributor for architectural/industry changes in the area of cyber security.
Experience performing risk assessments of both internally and externally hosted solutions.
Experience with evaluating, designing, configuring, implementing cloud services models such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
Experience with operating in an Agile/DevOps environment.
Experience with scripting languages, such as Python.
Advanced knowledge in cybersecurity principles, networking, architecture, servers, systems design, Identity and Access Management.
Exceptional verbal and written communications.
Quickly learn and adapt to new and changing business/technical concepts, requirements, skills, tools.
Innovative and strategic thinker who is positive, proactive and readily embraces change.
Demonstrated ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience.
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!
Primary Level Salary Range: $87,200.00 - $130,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,200.00 - $162,400.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. 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. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.