2026 Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst Pathways Program

Northrop Grumman offers a benefits-forward path for early-career cybersecurity professionals with the 2026 Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst Pathways Program. This on-site, full-time role is based in Palmdale, CA and focuses on information system lifecycle activities while supporting your growth within a dedicated mission-focused environment.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Healthcare benefits
• 9/80 work schedule
• 401k matching program

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across security controls, configurations, and processes to evaluate information system security posture
• Assess systems and networks within the enclave to identify deviations from configurations, enclave policy, or local policy
• Analyze security requirements and recommend additional safeguards as needed
• Assist in implementing government policy, tailor processes, and document activities
• Work within program control processes to mitigate risks and support A&A activities, including analysis, coordination, testing, documentation, investigations, and audits
• Support formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) activities through pre-test prep, participation, analysis, and reporting
• Document results of A&A activities and related technical or coordination work, compiling the Risk Management Framework body of evidence

Requirements

• 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
• Current U.S. Government secret security clearance (at a minimum), or enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment
• Security+ CE certification (or greater) or the ability to obtain and maintain Security+ CE within 6 months of hire

Technologies

• ACAS
• Nessus
• Splunk
• Trellix
• SCAP
• NIST
• JSIG
• DAAG
• SSPs
• POA&Ms
• SCTMs

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
• Experience in cybersecurity compliance, including RMF assessments and accreditation
• Top Secret, SAP/SAR access, SCI access, and/or a Polygraph
• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
• Familiarity with security frameworks and documentation including NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs