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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Systems Engineer / Principal Cyber Systems Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Salary:** $87,200.0 - $130,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Engineering Professional, Systems Integration, SC Clearance - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/74189764-cyber-systems-engineer-principal-cyber-systems-engineer ## About the Role * Cyber Systems Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years of relevant experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline * Principal Cyber Systems Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years of relevant experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience, OR 1 year of experience with a PhD in a STEM discipline * Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company. * Experience with requirements development, derivation, system integration & test and validation and verification. * Must have ability to obtain DoD 8140 Intermediate Level Certifications for Security Architect (i.e. SecurityX/CASP+, CISSP, CSSLP, GSEC or equivalent) within 6 months of start. Preferred Qualifications: * DoD 8570 IAM II/III Certification (CAP, GLSC, CISSP, CASP CE). * Certification at or exceeding IASAE level 1 (CISSP or CASP or CSSLP minimum and CISSP-ISSEP for Level III) * DoD 8500-series and 8510.01 IA policy directives, approaches to cyber security, knowledge of security procedures, IATT and ATO requirements. ## Description Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Cyber Systems Security Engineer / Principal Cyber Systems Security Engineer that will join our team of qualified, diverse engineers to support the Systems Engineering Integration (SEI) Integrated Product Team (IPT). This position is located on-site at our Melbourne, FL location. The individual will be responsible for operating in an agile team environment to perform the following: * Design, plan, implement, and perform assessment of security controls, polices, and processes compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance. * Assist with the design and develop system security architectures. * Provide advanced technical analyses of cyber infrastructure challenges and problems; develop/identify technical solutions responsive to customer needs. * Participate in team reviews of technical requirements, design and implementation plans prior to deployment. * Assist with ensuring the product requirements integrate into the total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. * Present solutions to customers and senior management using tailored material based on the audience. * Serve as a Cyber Security engineer (ISSE) supporting high-level technical and practical expertise. * This position requires practical experience in developing and implementing a security baseline and must be able to communicate their significance and relevancy in a clear, detailed manner. ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Cyber Sleuth: Finding Hidden Connections in Cyber Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/893-cyber-sleuth-finding-hidden-connections-in-cyber-data) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [9 Ways to Make Money Hacking](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/333-9-ways-to-make-money-hacking) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)