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# Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Network Security, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/47BA1161E82E485EADF3ED00F4CEBF62/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline and 5 years of relevant experience.
 * Experience in systems engineering and/or cybersecurity (requirements, architecture, integration, or test).
 * Familiarity with government/industry security frameworks (e.g., NIST, RMF, DoD STIGs).
 * Active DoD Secret clearance required to start, with the ability to obtain and maintain higher-level clearances if program needs evolve.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

 * Experience on airborne ISR, mission systems, or tactical communications programs.
 * Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) within DoW acquisition environment
 * Hands-on experience with secure network architectures, enclave design, cross-domain solutions, or platform/embedded systems security.
 * Professional cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH) or relevant training.
 * On-site presence required to support classified work and lab/flight activities; some travel may be required for reviews, integration events, or customer meetings.

## Description

Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr Principal System Security Engineer (SSE) to support the BQM-43 Targets program in Rancho Bernardo, CA. The selected candidate will apply systems engineering and cybersecurity disciplines across the program lifecycle, driving secure architectures, requirements, and implementations for the BQM-34 system.

Roles & Responsibilities

 * Develop, decompose, and manage cyber and security requirements and ensure traceability through design, implementation, and test.
 * Define and maintain system and subsystem security architectures for AISR&T Programs, aligning with RMF, NIST, and DoD guidance.
 * Perform security risk assessments, threat modeling, and vulnerability analyses; recommend and track mitigation measures.
 * Produce and maintain security-related engineering artifacts (CONOPS, ICDs, security plans, interface specifications, test procedures).
 * Collaborate with software, hardware, network, and integration teams to embed security controls into designs and implementations.
 * Perform scans on program systems and develop associated findings reports and vulnerability analyses
 * Support security test planning and execution, review findings, and drive remediation activities.
 * Participate in technical reviews, trade studies, and customer/mission partner technical interchange meetings.
 * Prepare and deliver clear technical briefings and status to program leadership and customers.