Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

On-site role in Baltimore, MD for a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst with Northrop Grumman, focused on information systems lifecycle security, audits, compliance, and A&A/ST&E activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the information systems security posture.
• Assess systems and networks within the enclave to identify deviations from approved configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
• Analyze to validate established security requirements and recommend additional safeguards and controls.
• Assist in implementing required government policy, advise on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.
• Establish rigorous program control processes to mitigate risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems, including process support, coordination, security certification testing, documentation, investigations, hardware/software 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, test participation, analysis of results, and reporting.
• Document A&A results and related technical or coordination activities, building the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, Bachelor’s degree with 5 years, Associate degree with 7 years, or High School Diploma/GED with 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for Principal Cybersecurity Analyst – Security+.
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (minimum), with a closed investigation date within the last 6 years, or enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) program to be considered.
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of employment.

Technologies

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

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements
• Phenomenal learning opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
• Friendly team environment
• Exceptional benefits and healthcare
• 9/80 work schedule
• Strong 401(k) matching program

Relocation Assistance

• Relocation assistance may be available

Travel

• Travel required up to 10 percent of the time

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance, including RMF A&A
• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
• Familiarity with security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs

Salary

Primary level salary range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00 per year