Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

About the Role

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a Principal Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information systems lifecycle activities. The selected candidate is required to work on-site, full-time at the Woodland Hills, CA location - this is not a remote work opportunity, due to the classified nature of the work.

What You'll Do

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring across all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate security posture
• Assess systems and networks within the enclave and identify deviations from acceptable configurations or policy
• Perform analyses to validate security requirements and recommend additional requirements and safeguards
• Assist in implementing required government policy and recommend process tailoring
• Support Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems, including process support, security certification testing, documentation, investigations, and periodic audits
• Support formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) through pre-test preparation, test participation, and results analysis
• Document results of A&A activities and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence

Requirements

• Master's degree + 3 years of experience, Bachelor's + 5 years, Associate's + 7 years, or High School diploma + 9 years in lieu of a completed degree
• Must meet U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst - Security+ CE (maintained as a condition of employment)
• Current U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance with a closed investigation within the last 6 years, or enrollment in the Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program
• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field
• Experience in cybersecurity compliance (Assessment & Authorization under RMF)
• CI Polygraph
• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP
• Knowledge of frameworks/documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs

Schedule

Full-time, on-site at Woodland Hills, CA (no remote/telecommute option), on a 9/80 schedule. Travel: 10% of the time. No relocation assistance available.

Pay & Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 (base pay; final offer depends on experience, education, skills, and market conditions). Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).