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# Principal Cyber Systems Engineer / Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Falls Church, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $113,900.0 - $170,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, System Configuration, Linux, DevOps, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Platform as a Service (PAAS), Cloud Services, Scripting, Software Security, Network Server
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3360103935&tx=FJ4542FFF&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 7 years of relevant experience with an Associate's Degree OR 9 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED.?
 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret levelsecurity clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.
 * Experience in conducting assessments of security controls using methodologies and guides established by published industry standards.
 * 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.
 * Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls.

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

 * 8 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors Degree OR 10 years of relevant experience with an Associate's Degree OR 12 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or GED.?
 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret levelsecurity clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Must have experience with the following Security Frameworks: NIST 800-171 or NIST 800-53.
 * Experience in conducting assessments of security controls using methodologies and guides established by published industry standards.
 * 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.
 * Knowledge of current and emerging cyber security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls., * 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.
 * 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, 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!

## Description

* Understand Defense Industry Base (DIB) cyber regulatory requirements established by the DoD Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7021 rules regarding the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in contactor information systems and compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements.
 * Perform security control assessments of internal computing environments using the methodologies and guides utilized by published standards, including, but not limited to, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 r2 and r3 requirements.
 * Support the development of documentation, guides, and artifacts that will improve computing environment readiness for compliance with NIST SP 800-171 requirements.
 * Collaborate with the larger CISO mock assessment team regarding deficiencies, gaps, and trends identified during assessment activities.
 * Domestic travel up to 25%.


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