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1mo ago

Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Security Engineer

Northrop Grumman Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows, IL

1mo ago Closed

$109k - $204k/yr Full time Senior Application Security Data Security

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 21, 2026).

Job Description

The Principal/Senior Principal Systems Security Engineer role at Northrop Grumman is an on site position in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, focused on anti-tamper and cybersecurity for sensor payloads and secure mission security solutions. The role requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance, with compensation in the USD 108,800 to 203,600 per year range.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate full life cycle Systems Engineering development experience in Anti-Tamper and or Cybersecurity, including architecture design, trade studies, requirements formulation, detailed design, unit testing, system testing, and validation and verification practices.
Support the development and implementation of hardware and software Anti-Tamper and or CyberSecurity techniques and countermeasures to protect assets and enhance operational integrity and reliability.
Implement and ensure compliance with US Government policies such as JSIG, DAAPM, NIST 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DODI 5200.39; this includes secure system architecture, process reviews, tailoring control needs, generating documented procedures, artifacts, and overseeing security testing and analysis.
Conduct analyses to validate existing security requirements and develop additional safeguards to improve system security.
Collaborate with US Government and program teams to negotiate and develop Anti-Tamper and CyberSecurity solutions for international export markets, ensuring alignment with Tri-Service Committee and Red Team requirements for US-deployed and exported military systems.
Utilize reverse engineering techniques to architect and validate effective security Anti-Tamper and CyberSecurity solutions.
Perform Technical Release Analyses in accordance with government security governance, prepare and certify classifications for licensing as needed.
Coordinate Technology Release efforts with program personnel, engaging stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure successful outcomes and to deliver training on Technology Release processes.
Manage analyses and modifications related to exportability of systems, subsystems, or sensors to ensure compliance with international standards.
Apply an intermediate understanding of cryptographic security protocols to protect sensitive information.
Support formal Security Test and Evaluation activities mandated by government authorities through pre-test preparation, active participation, result analysis, and reporting.
Document findings from Assessment and Authorization activities and maintain System Security Plans and the Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
Contribute to strategic planning for Anti-Tamper and CyberSecurity technology development aligned with global priorities and policy directions.
Collaborate with program teams and global Business Development stakeholders to incorporate international requirements into design processes and drive product line initiatives for global markets.
Participate in communities of practice to advance domain knowledge and foster ongoing professional development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of related experience; or Master’s degree with 3 years; or PhD with 1 year of related experience.
Two years of Systems Engineering experience with DoD based platforms, sensors, and or sub-systems, including EO/IR, embedded software or cryptography, satellite, architecture development, hardware design, RF, radar, and undersea sensors.
Two years of experience with requirements development, derivation, system integration and test, and validation and verification.
Two years of experience with Anti-Tamper or Cyber Security, reverse engineering, and or Cyber Security Risk Management Framework / Cyber Resiliency.
U.S. citizen status is required.
Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum Secret clearance, with potential for higher clearance as dictated by customer needs.

Technologies

JSIG
DAAPM
NIST 800-53
CNSSI 1253
DODI 5200.39

Benefits

Health insurance
Life and disability coverage
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation and personal business
Overtime eligibility
Shift differential
Discretionary bonuses
Annual bonuses
Long term incentives

Preferred Qualifications for Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Security Engineer

Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields
Active Secret or Top-Secret clearance
Experience with systems engineering development of DoD weapon systems
Experience with hardware (firmware) assurance, software attack surface analysis, encryption for software/firmware, and secure key handling
Experience identifying and mitigating software assurance vulnerabilities and performing integration testing of mitigations or resolutions
Experience preparing and delivering technical presentations to internal and external customers

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2mo ago

Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows, IL

2mo ago Closed

$73k - $109k/yr Full time Analyst Classified Programs Cybersecurity Tools

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jul 4, 2026).

Job Description

Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions is seeking an Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to join the on-site team in Rolling Meadows, IL. The role centers on information system lifecycle activities, including audits, assessments, and support for Assessment and Authorization. The position carries a salary range of USD 72,700 to 109,100 per year and requires either a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree.

Key aspects of the position are outlined below.

Responsibilities

Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems.
Assess systems and networks within the enclave to identify deviations from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
Analyze to validate established security requirements and recommend additional security safeguards.
Assist in implementing government policy, tailor processes as appropriate, and participate in and document process activities.
Operate within formal 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, software research, hardware 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, participation in tests, analysis of results, and preparation of reports.
Document A&A results and related technical or coordination activities, and assemble 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.
Active Security+ certification.
Current U.S. Government Secret security clearance (or enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation program) with a closed investigation date within the last 6 years, or enrollment in CE to be considered.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.

Technologies

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

Benefits

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation and personal business
Annual bonuses
Long Term Incentives

Basic qualifications

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree with 0 years of experience; or Associate’s with 2 years; or High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of experience.
Active Security+ certification.
Current U.S. Government Secret security clearance (or CE enrollment) with a closed investigation date in the last 6 years, or CE enrollment to be considered.
Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs as a condition of continued employment.

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.

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Cybersecurity Jobs in Rolling Meadows, IL

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