Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support classified information systems lifecycle activities on-site in Aurora, CO.

Responsibilities

• Manage the cybersecurity program for all assigned information systems and execute all cybersecurity-related tasks.
• Lead regular reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities across security controls and configurations to improve the operational security posture.
• Assess systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Validate established security requirements and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
• Drive implementation of required government policy, recommend process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
• Establish and oversee program control processes that mitigate risk and support Assessment and Authorization (A&A), including: process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.
• Lead formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) for each government accrediting authority, including pre-test preparation, test participation, results analysis, and required report preparation.
• Document results of A&A and inspection activities, capture technical or corrective actions, and coordinate responses with the security team for submission to the appropriate cognizant authority.
• Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation for review and approval, including: System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), and related artifacts.

Requirements

• Clearance required for start: Yes
• Clearance type: Top Secret
• Location: Aurora, CO (onsite)
• Travel: No
• Applicants are encouraged to apply only if willing to work on-site.
• Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for a Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM level I certification or higher (examples listed below).
• Must have a current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (at a minimum), including SCI access level eligibility based on a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years, or be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.
• Level 3: Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant technical experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 5 years; OR Associate’s degree with 7 years; OR High School Diploma/GED with 9 years.
• Level 4: Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant technical experience; OR Bachelor’s degree with 8 years; OR Associate’s degree with 10 years; OR High School Diploma/GED with 12 years.

Technologies

• Security+, CND, Cloud+, CAP, CGRC, CASP+
• CompTIA Security X, CISSP-Associate, CISM, CISSP
• GSLC, CCISO, RMF
• ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix
• SCAP, NIST, JSIG, DAAG
• SSPs, POA&Ms, SCTMs
• A&A, ST&E

Benefits

• Exceptional benefits/healthcare
• 9/80 work schedule
• 401k matching program
• Flexible work arrangements
• 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, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
• Annual bonuses
• Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field
• Security+ CE
• Experience in cybersecurity compliance (example: Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
• 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

Salary: USD 114,000 - 193,900 per year