Northrop Grumman

Staff/Sr. Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (CSE)

Northrop Grumman$127K — $191K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field with relevant experience requirements based on position level
  • Demonstrated experience in Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluations
  • Knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, and related frameworks
  • Current DoD Secret clearance
  • Current CISSP or Security+ CE certification, or ability to attain within 6 months

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex technical problems related to cybersecurity
  • Lead technical discussions and decision-making on cybersecurity matters
  • Assess results from software static code analysis
  • Conduct Cybersecurity Impact Appraisals on hardware projects
  • Create and maintain documentation for Air Force authorization processes
  • Perform system vulnerability scans and manual STIG verifications
  • Engage in systems engineering reviews throughout the development lifecycle

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan options
  • Paid holidays and time off (PTO) for personal and vacation needs
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Cybersecurity Systems Engineer OR Senior Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer supporting the B-2 program. Cybersecurity Systems Engineer (CSE) assesses software and hardware for vulnerabilities, develops automation for cybersecurity processes, and investigates complex technical issues.

Theideal applicant also guides/supports the security layout / architecture and influences the security tools selection and development. This individual evaluates/assesses the proposed and realized implementation to identify security risks and verify the cybersecurity protections from the design are realized and integrated. The position requires the ability to guide/support the development of verification efforts to ensure the cybersecurity protections / capabilities are functional, effective, and complete.

As a Staff Cybersecurity Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Cybersecurity Systems Engineer on this team, you will have the following responsibilities:
• Solve complex technical problems involving low level cybersecurity concepts.
• Technical Leadership skills in cybersecurity concepts and tasks
• Assess software static code analysis results.
• Complete Cybersecurity Impact Appraisals/Evaluations on hardware projects
• Generating and maintaining appropriate artifacts for Air Force authorization decisions.
• Experience performing system vulnerability scans utilizing tools such as ACAS and STIGs.
• Experience performing manual STIG / SRG verifications on disparate types of equipment including collecting and evaluating findings.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Perform system categorization based on impact analysis
• Develop artifacts required for a Risk Management Framework (RMF) package: System Security Plan, Continuous Monitoring Plan, Risk Assessment Report, Security Control Traceability Matrix, Plan Of Actions & Milestones, etc
• Participate and lead in systems engineering events across the system development lifecycle
• Participate in Systems Engineering Technical Review (SETR) events across the system development lifecycle including PDR, CDR, SRR, TRR
• Implement, review and assess cybersecurity system requirements verification/validation methods

Basic Qualifications for a Staff Cyber Systems Engineer/Level 5
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity Engineering, or another STEM degree with a minimum 12 years of relevant experience OR 10 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree OR 8 years of experience with a PhD.
• Demonstrated experience in Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluation
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NSS/CSA PM 9-12 and JSIG
• Demonstrated experience in Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluation
• Current/active DoD Secret clearance.
• Current CISSP or Security+ CE certificate or IAM III certification or higher, or ability to attain Security+ CE certificate within 6 months.
• Ability to be Program cleared.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer/Level 4
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity Engineering, or another STEM degree with a minimum 8 years of relevant experience OR 6 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree OR 4 years of experience with a PhD.
• Demonstrated experience in Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluation
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, NIST 800-171, NSS/CSA PM 9-12 and JSIG
• Demonstrated experience in Cybersecurity vulnerability assessments and evaluation
• Current/active DoD Secret clearance.
• Current Security+ CE certificate or IAM II certification or higher, or ability to attain Security+ CE certificate within 6 months.
• Ability to be Program cleared.

Preferred Qualifications
• Program cleared
• Current CSSLP, CISSP or other IAM III certification per DoD 8140

Primary Level Salary Range: $127,900.00 - $191,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $159,400.00 - $239,000.00

The 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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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