Principal/Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

At 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At 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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for a Cyber Lead to help develop, test, secure, operate, and maintain information systems. This position is a cyber and security engineering role within the Immersive Mission Operations.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a broad skill set that is balanced between interpersonal, business, and technical capabilities listed below. You should have experience collaborating within and across teams to accomplish goals. You are committed to ethics, integrity, and innovation while challenging traditional ways of doing business. You should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be comfortable engaging with internal and external customers. You must be willing to travel domestically.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Have fundamental knowledge of Systems Engineering practices, network technologies, system development life cycles and methodologies, and insight into information technology infrastructure management/monitoring and applications
• Develop and document technical standard operating processes and procedures as needed
• Recommend and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance, reliability, and security of the system including installing, upgrading, monitoring, problem resolution, and configuration
• Provide analysis, design, development, implementation and security assessments to ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance.
• Leads the documentation contributions of others assigned to the program from technical, support, and administrative areas
• Hardening and securing information systems and network gear while understanding the operational and security impacts of various security configurations
• Troubleshooting, identifying, and resolving system failures in a timely manner
• Developing and maintaining information system test plans
• Programming test scripts and patching information systems and network appliances
• Performing system testing and documenting processes and procedures
• Participating in technical interchange meetings
• Providing support for development and enhancement of security engineering inputs to program documentation, security authorization packages, and research & development reports
• Providing input to, and interface in customer meetings, or providing status input to higher level management

This requisition is open as a dual level opportunity. We are hiring at a level 3 or level 4.

​Basic Qualifications:

• Level 3: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with 5 years of experience / 3 years with Masters / 1 Year with PhD
• Level 4: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with 8 years of experience / 6 years with Masters / 4 Years with PhD
• Active Secret DoD Secret security clearance and able to achieve Tier 1 access eligibility
• Current DoD 8570 Certification IAT Level III or higher (Security+, CISSP, etc.)
• Ability to travel for 2-3 weeks at a time, as needed
• Have and maintain a valid U.S. passport

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI DoD Clearance
• Experience with the Risk Management Framework (NIST SP 800-53)
• Experience with SELinux
• Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SEIM) using Splunk and/or Solarwinds
• Experience with Active Directory
• Experience with Fortify software scanner
• Experience with SQL
• Experience using Broadcom (VmWare) – Vcenter, NSX ALB, Horizon
• Experience using Trellix software and Antivirus updates
• Experience with Oracle
• Experience with Ansible
• Experience with vulnerability assessments
• Experience configuring and using Nessus (ACAS) vulnerability scanner
• Experience using Cyber tools, such as ACAS, STIG Tool, SCAP Tool, Vulnerator and Emasster, and the Evaluate STIG tool
• Experience with SELinux
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Eggplant, Microsoft Testing Framework
• Experience with Continuous Integration Technologies such as Jenkins, Bamboo
• Experience with Software Configuration Management tools such as Git, Stash
• Experience in production of automated Cyber artifacts such as the RAR, IAVMs, POA&M, etc.
• Experience using PowerShell for batch and PS1 scripting
• Experience using InnoSetup to build software installation products
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours and weekends as needed to support the customer’s needs
• Demonstrated experience of computer programming languages, particularly Java, JavaScript, Python, Bash
• Demonstrated experience with the SDLC, agile methodologies and dev-ops tools and techniques
• Demonstrated experience with automated integration, system, and non-functional testing
• Ability to translate both business and technical requirements into testable scenarios
• Experience with test management tools such as Atlassian suite
• Working knowledge of Linux
• Demonstrated experience of functional and non-functional testing
• Working knowledge of network security, application security, security assessments/testing, industry, and DoD security best practices
• Experience with authoring and reviewing comprehensive test documentation
• Aptitude to learn new technologies quickly
• Strong troubleshooting skills

Salary Range: $78,700.00 - $118,100.00Salary Range 2: $130,500.00 - $195,700.00

The 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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.