Northrop Grumman is a leading company in the field of technological advancements and security solutions. They are seeking a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities, focusing on system audits, assessments, and compliance with government policies.
Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of the 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 degree with 0 years of technical experience; OR a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of technical experience; OR an Associate's degree with 4 years of technical experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of technical experience is required
Candidates must meet the U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM level I certification (or higher) at a minimum (examples: Security+, CND, Cloud+)
Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Top 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 Programs as a condition of continued employment
Preferred
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Security+ CE, and 3 years of experience with information assurance in a classified environment
SecurityX or other IAM level II cert
Experience in cybersecurity compliance (ex., Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
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
Top Secret with SAP/SAR access
Benefits
Flexible work arrangements
Phenomenal learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
A very friendly team environment
Exceptional benefits/healthcare
9/80 work schedule
Great 401k matching program
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for shift differential
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for 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
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.
