Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

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 by 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.

Northrop Grumman’s Corporate Sector's Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) organization with assessing internal computing environments for cybersecurity compliance. In this hands-on role the selected candidate will be a key contributor to the ongoing assessment activity which is evaluating environments against published standards. The role involves performing security control assessments, developing documentation, guides, and artifacts that will support readiness for 3rd party assessment, and participating in other activities/tasks associated with implementation as needed. Relocation is not necessary for this position but some travel will be required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand Defense Industry Base (DIB) cyber regulatory requirements established by the DoD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7021 rules regarding the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in contactor information systems and compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.

• Perform security control assessments of internal computing environments using the methodologies and guides utilized by published standards, including, but not limited to, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 r2 and r3 requirements.

• Support the development of documentation, guides, and artifacts that will improve computing environment readiness for compliance with NIST SP 800-171 requirements.

• Collaborate with the larger CISO mock assessment team regarding deficiencies, gaps, and trends identified during assessment activities.

• Domestic travel up to 25%.

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (T03) or Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (T04).

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (T03):

• 5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 7 years of relevant experience with an Associate's Degree OR 9 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED.​

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

• Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.

• Experience in conducting assessments of security controls using methodologies and guides established by published industry standards.

• 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.

• Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (T04):

• 8 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 10 years of relevant experience with an Associate's Degree OR 12 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED.​

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.

• Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.

• Experience in conducting assessments of security controls using methodologies and guides established by published industry standards.

• 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.

• Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.

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.

• 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. 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: $113,900.00 - $170,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,200.00

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.

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.