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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager Computer Systems Analysis 2 - Top Secret - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Rolling Meadows, IL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $139,800.0 - $209,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Databases, Information Security Management, Network Architecture, SAP (Applications), Server Administration, Information Technology, Plan of Action and Milestones, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9056026/manager-computer-systems-analysis-2-top-secret ## About the Role * Master's degree with 6 years of IT or Information Systems experience; a Bachelor's degree with 8 years of IT or Information Systems experience is required * Must have work experience in the one (or more) of the following areas: Special Access Programs (SAP), and / or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) programs * Candidates must have a current levelsecurity clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program, in order to be considered * Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, access to as a condition of continued employment * The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in information Systems, Information Security, or similar STEM related discipline, to include 7 years of ISSO/ISSM experience or Server Administration experience, to includ knowledge ofr STIGs / RMF / eMASS * Prior leadership, or management, experience is highly desirable * Diverse classified information systems security / information assurance background * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Prior experience communicating with customer and program leadership * Active Top Secret/SCI with SAP/SAR access, or a Polygraph, is nice to have ## Description The Manager of Classified Computer Systems Analysis will supervise a large team of professionals. The team performs assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment, or enclave, and will identify where those systems and/or networks deviate from the acceptable configuration, enclave policy, or local policy. This is achieved through passive evaluations, such as compliance audits, as well as active evaluations like vulnerability assessments. This position will help the employees establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining certification and accreditation of systems., * Support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections and periodic audits. * Assist in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e., DAAPM, JSIG, ICDs), make recommendations on process tailoring, participate in and document process activities. * Perform analyses to validate established security requirements 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. * Document the results of Assessments and Accreditation activities, technical or coordination activity and prepare the Body of Evidence (BoE) and including updating the Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) as required. * Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed. * Ensure the management/coordination with classified programs on the design, testing, and implementing of state-of-the-art secure operating systems, networks, database products, firewalls, and network architectures to meet government classified Cyber Information Assurance compliance requirements. * Ensure environments remain compliant and all associated systems/networks achieve and maintain formal accreditation authorizations from government agencies. Establish an inclusive culture within a diverse environment, and will be responsible for the following: * Perform as the Manager and supervise a team of Classified Cybersecurity Analysts and Information System Security Officers (ISSO) * Foster an environment for individual development, teamwork, effective performance management, open communication, financial management, and utilization * Establishment of a strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and supports obtaining formal Assessment & Authorization of systems * Assist in the implementation of the required government policy (i.e. DAAPM, JSIG, ICD-503). This may include project management. * Ensure the team follows Northrop Grumman and the Cyber ISS organizations policies and procedures, making sure that all information is accurate and complete in support of those policies and procedures * Support the formal Security Assessment process required by the company or government customer * Effectively communicate with program management teams, the Enterprise Services Program Management Office Team, the Information Technology Organization, and Industrial Security * Assist in the interview and selection process of new employees 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. 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