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# Principal Cyber Threat Analyst

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Falls Church, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $94,200.0 - $141,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Bash Shell, Big Data, Computer Networks, Linux, OSI Models, Python (Programming Language), Pcap, Log Analysis, Network Service, Windows PowerShell, Reverse Engineering, Scripting, High Performance Computing, Malware, Cyber Threat Analysis, Cybercrime
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3441713790&tx=TT3734TYZ&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

Currently, I&R is looking for an experienced and highly motivated problem solver to act as a Principal Cyber Threat Analyst to process and mitigate threat activity as part of a high-performing, high-profile team of cybersecurity and CI professionals. Adaptability, creativity, a commitment to mission, self-direction, and strong written/verbal communications skills are essential. The candidate will collaborate daily with various I&R team members and Strategic CI analysts to coordinate a multi-tiered approach to threat mitigation which will result in the denial of current and future adversary actions. The person chosen for this position will be tasked with identifying and countering sophisticated and varying cybersecurity and cyber threats across the NGMN., * 5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors in Science; OR 3 Years with Masters; OR 1 Years with PhD.

 * Candidates must have the ability to obtain, and maintain, a U.S. Government Top Secret level security clearance as a condition of continued employment.
 * Must be able to prepare and analyze data and figures.
 * Must have experience with two or more analysis tools used in a SOC/CIRT or similar investigative environment.
 * Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience conducting analysis of log data in support of intrusion analysis or cybersecurity operations.
 * Must have a minimum of 4 years of experience with Python, PowerShell or other scripting language., * A current U.S. Government Top Secret levelsecurity clearance.
 * Demonstrated awareness of current endpoint and network exploits, familiarity with computer network exploitation methodologies and tools.
 * Understanding of network communication protocols at all layers of the OSI model.
 * Experience working with large data sets, high-performance computing systems, and artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
 * Experience working with endpoint detection and response technologies.
 * Experience with cyber threat intelligence methodologies.
 * Linux/Unix and Windows proficiency, including shell (Bash, PowerShell) scripting.
 * Familiarity with current cybersecurity threats facing U.S. defense contractors or the U.S. Government.
 * One or more of the following technical certifications (or equivalent) is preferred: GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED), GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH), GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA), GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA), GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE).
 * Other vendor certifications considered (e.g., EnCE, ACE, CCNA, CISSP, etc.).

## Description

* Make use of commercial and custom applications/systems/tools to perform analytical triage of cyber events, host and network-based log analysis, correlation of network indicators and PCAP data, forensic analysis of system images, event timeline generation, and root cause analysis.
 * Prepare detailed written analyses of events and perform briefings of findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
 * Conduct all-source research on cyber threat actors and intrusion sets (e.g., APTs); evaluate technical and intelligence reporting for cyber threat activities of interest.
 * Support informational and analytic products designed to increase situational awareness and advanced warning of current and emerging cyber threats and risks; report on underlying patterns of behavior by conducting detailed analysis of incidents, threats and risks and associated impacts and consequences, vulnerabilities, tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP), and other malicious and non-malicious indicators.