Staff Classified Cybersecurity Analyst - Top Secret

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10185607

• Category: Information Technology
• Location: San Diego, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.Cyber assets everywhere are under siege from a wide spectrum of threats. Almost daily, these threats grow in sophistication, breadth and speed.Support our entire enterprise and build the networks, staff the teams, and develop the processes that will keep us defining what's possible. We have opportunities across our enterprise with 90,000 team members throughout the world. The only limit to your growth is your ambition and drive. We want to empower you to bring your best, with resources, support, and talented team members that will launch your career.The Northrop Grumman Classified Solutions team is seeking experienced Information Systems Security Professionals across the country to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our San Diego, CA location. The individual will perform the following duties on a day-to-day basis in support of the program:Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
  • Lead and train a team of Information Systems Security Managers (ISSMs) and Information Systems Security Officers (ISSOs).
  • Interface with internal and external customers at all levels, and will be required to interpret and provide guidance on company and customer cybersecurity related governance documents.
  • Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
  • Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems.
  • Implement the required government RMF policy (i.e. ICD 503, JSIG), make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities.
  • Perform analyses to validate established security controls and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.
  • Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.
  • Coordinate all associated Assessment and Authorization activities, which includes all RMF Body Of Evidence (BOE) documentation.
  • Ensure recurring cybersecurity SOW is completed to include auditing, configuration management, user training, POA&M updates, ConMon checklists, Self-Inspections, etc.This is an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) level opportunity. If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.Basic Qualifications:
    • Master's degree and 10 years of experience; OR a Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience; OR Associate's degree and 14 years of experience; OR High School diploma (or equivalent) and 16 years of experience is required.
    • Minimum 9 years of experience performing information systems security duties.
    • Must have a DoD 8570 IAM Level III certification (examples: CCISO, CISSP, CISM, or GSLC).
    • Candidates must have a current DOD Top Secret level security clearance in order to be considered.
    • Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to Special Programs as a condition of continued employment.
    • Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a Polygraph as a condition of continued employment.
    • Experience in networking and complex architectures to include cross domain solutions.
    • Experience with NIST 800-53 policies, WAN auditing reviews IAW DAAPM/JSIG requirements, & writing entire RMF Bodies of Evidence to obtain and maintain ATO for classified systems.
    • Experience in backend and frontend administration of Security Tools on classified networks, such as Splunk, Tenable.SC, Nessus, ACAS, Trellix (formerly McAFee), Ivanti HEAT, etc.Preferred Qualifications:
      • The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Cybersecurity.
      • Active Polygraph is preferred.
      • 13 years of information systems security experience in a classified environment.
      • CISSP certification.
      • Experience with getting Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) authorized for DoD programs.
      • Extensive experience with JSIG and DCID 503.
      • Prior experience leading a team of ISSOs/ISSMs.
      • Working knowledge of ACAS or NESSUS, SCAP, DISA STIGs, Splunk.
      • Efficient, proactive, responsive team player with excellent written and oral communication skills.
      • Ability to interface effectively with all levels of corporate management and government customers.
      • Highly organized with ability to manage multiple priorities and time sensitive deliverables.
      • Hands on, self-starting, disciplined and detail-oriented individual with ability to work independently in a high-volume environment.We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, be recognized, and to be yourself. At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!Salary Range: $171,000 - $256,400The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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