Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Cyber System

• Provide security guidance in compliance with NIST 800-171 and Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
• Assessment of technical designs and identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures.
• Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats.
• Identify risks and provide guidance regarding remediation of gaps to facilitate a hardened and sustainable solutions.
• Take ownership of solutions, assignments, actions items and issues, and remain accountable for their completion.
• Lead effectively especially with other team members, customers and key stakeholders and foster team success.
• Communicate and collaborate with leadership and technical teams to include systems and network administrators, security engineers, and IT Support teams.
• Security and risk assessments for services, applications, hardware, and systems.
• Work with the Sector Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) on a regular basis to provide security recommendations and lead cross functional initiatives.

• 9 Years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED; 7 Years and an Associates Degree; 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with a Masters; 1 Year with a PhD.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.
• Cybersecurity engineering and architecture experience.
• Knowledge of risk management principles, including use of a risk-based approach.
• Experience with interpreting and implementing security compliance standards and guidance including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) policies and procedures.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer (T04):

• 11 Years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED; 9 Years and an Associates Degree; 8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with a Masters; 4 Years with a PhD.
• Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
• Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.
• Cybersecurity engineering and architecture experience.
• Knowledge of risk management principles, including use of a risk-based approach.
• Experience with interpreting and implementing security compliance standards and guidance including Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) policies and procedures., * Professional/technical certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, Security Plus, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Security Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect.
• DoD 8570 IAT/IAM Level II or III certification.
• Experience in areas such as system security, network, and application security.
• Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.
• Contributor for architectural/industry changes in the area of cyber security.
• Experience performing risk assessments of both internally and externally hosted solutions.
• Experience with evaluating, designing, configuring, implementing cloud services models such as SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Experience with operating in an Agile/DevOps environment.
• Experience with scripting languages, such as Python.
• Advanced knowledge in cybersecurity principles, networking, architecture, servers, systems design, Identity and Access Management.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications.
• Quickly learn and adapt to new and changing business/technical concepts, requirements, skills, and tools.
• Innovative and strategic thinker who is positive, proactive, and readily embraces change.
• Demonstrated ability to explain technical details to a non-technical audience.

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.

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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Northrop Grumman's Corporate Sector's Chief Information & Digital Office (CIDO) is seeking a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer/Senior Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to join the Chief Information Security Office (CISO) & Global Cybersecurity organization. The selected candidate will support its mission of defending and protecting the company's networks, systems, data, and intellectual property wherever it resides. Experience with cybersecurity engineering is key for this role. This position can be located in either Corrine, Magna, or Clearfield, UT with the requirement to visit the other locations as needed, providing support primarily to the Launch & Exploration division.