2026 Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst Pathways Program - Palmdale CA
United States-California-Palmdale
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
Northrop Grumman is a leader in technological advancements and is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The role involves conducting system audits, performing assessments of systems and networks, and assisting in the implementation of government policies related to cybersecurity.
Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems
Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy
Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards
Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities
Work within strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems. This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging‑technology research, inspections, and periodic audits
Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports
Document the results of A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence
Qualification
Required
Master's or Bachelor's degree with 0 years of experience; OR an Associate's degree with 2 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience is required
Candidates must have a current U.S. Government secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered
Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment
Must have a Security+ CE certification (or greater) to be considered or the ability to obtain, and maintain Security+ CE certification within 6 months of hire as a condition of continued employment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
Experience in cybersecurity compliance (ex., Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
Top Secret, SAP/SAR access, SCI access, and/or a Polygraph
Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Phenomenal learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
A very friendly team environment
Exceptional benefits/healthcare
A 9/80 work schedule
A great 401k matching program
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Glassdoor
3.8
Founded in 1994
Falls Church, Virginia, USA
10001+ employees
https://www.northropgrumman.com
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
