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Position Overview:
The selected Principal/Sr. Principal Cybersecurity Analyst will be responsible for 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. Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. Support the A&A process for system accreditation.
Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems. Includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits.
- Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
- Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
- 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 Certification and Accreditation activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones POA&M.
- Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Cybersecurity Analyst
- Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience; Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of experience is required
- Must hold an active DoD TS with eligibility for SCI access level
- Must be willing to obtain a CI Polygraph
- Experience reviewing technical security assessments of computing environments that identify points of vulnerability or non-compliance
- Experience implementing the Risk Management Framework Process (RMF) and ability to support and document certification and accreditation artifacts
- Must have experience supporting the A&A process for system accreditation
- CompTIA Security+ CE
- Must have a current DoD 8570 IAM level III security certification (CISM, GSLC, CCISO, CISSP, CASP) or other information technology security related certifications
- Experience with STIG, Tenable Security Center & Nessus, eMASS, XACTA
- Background in Technical Writing or Instructional Systems Design would be helpful
- Knowledge of RHEL, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development preferred
- Active CI Polygraph
- Bachelor's Degree with 9 years of experience; Master's Degree with 7 years of experience; OR an Associate's Degree with 11 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 13 years of experience is required
- Must hold an active DoD TS with eligibility for SCI access level
- Must be willing to obtain a CI Polygraph
- Experience reviewing technical security assessments of computing environments that identify points of vulnerability or non-compliance
- Experience implementing the Risk Management Framework Process (RMF) and ability to support and document certification and accreditation artifacts
- Must have experience supporting the A&A process for system accreditation
- Experience with STIG, Tenable Security Center & Nessus, and eMASS, Xacta or SNOW
- CompTIA Security+ CE
- Current DoD 8570 IAM level III security certification (CISM, GSLC, CCISO, CISSP, CASP) or other information technology security related certifications
- Background in Technical Writing or Instructional Systems Design would be helpful
- Knowledge of RHEL, SPLUNK, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development preferred
- Active CI Polygraph
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx
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Salary Range: $107,300 - $160,900
Salary Range 2: $133,000 - $199,600
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.
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. 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.