The Sr. Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst role supports information systems lifecycle activities for Northrop Grumman’s Classified CIDO Solutions team. The position is onsite, full-time in Colorado Springs, CO, and includes managing cybersecurity activities tied to government accreditation requirements, continuous monitoring, and Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E).
Location and Work Arrangement
Colorado Springs, CO (onsite), full-time. No virtual or telecommute options are available due to the classified nature of the work.
Role Summary
This position manages cybersecurity for assigned information systems and executes cybersecurity-related tasks across audit and continuous monitoring activities. The analyst will perform assessments to validate security requirements, recommend safeguards, and lead formal ST&E activities required for government accreditation. Work includes supporting processes that mitigate risk and enable system Assessment and Authorization (A&A).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the cybersecurity program for all assigned information systems and perform cybersecurity-related tasks.
- Conduct and lead reviews of system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering 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.
- Analyze security requirements, validate established requirements, and recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
- Drive implementation of required government policy, including recommendations on process tailoring and participation in and documentation of process activities.
- Establish and oversee program control processes that mitigate risk and support 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 preparations, test participation, results analysis, and report preparation.
- Document outcomes of A&A and inspection activities, including technical or corrective actions, and coordinate with the security team to submit responses to the cognizant authority.
- Prepare, review, and submit A&A documentation such as System Security Plan, Risk Acceptance Report, Security Controls Traceability Matrix, and Plan of Action and Milestones for review and approval.
Required Qualifications
- Education and experience: 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 is required.
- Experience with Linux (RHEL), eMass, SIEM tools, and Compliance Scanning.
- Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements (8570 equivalent) for Sr Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst – IAM Level III, with examples including CISM, CISSP, or CCISO.
- Must have a current Secret security clearance (minimum) to be considered.
- Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance as a condition of continued employment.
- On-site, full-time work at the Colorado Springs, CO location (no virtual or telecommute working options).
Technologies and Tools
- Linux (RHEL)
- eMass
- SIEM tools
- Compliance Scanning
- ACAS
- NESSUS
- Splunk
- SCAP
- POA&Ms
- NIST
- RMF
- Elk
- Trellix
- DAAG
- SSPs
- SCTMs
Travel
Yes, up to 25% of the time.
Relocation
No relocation assistance is available.
Clearance Information
Clearance required for start: Yes. Clearance type: Secret.
Compensation
Primary level salary range: USD 129,300 - 193,900 per year.
Estimated Application Timeline
The application period is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date, with potential shortening or extension based on business needs and candidate availability.
Benefits
- Exceptional benefits/healthcare
- 9/80 work schedule
- 401k matching program
- Depending on the position, eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
- Annual bonuses
- Long Term Incentives for employees in Vice President or Director positions (eligibility may apply)
- Health insurance coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Savings plan
- Company paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
