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Associate Classified Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman Rolling Meadows, IL

Rolling Meadows, IL

1mo 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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