Principal or Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer

Principal or Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer Company: Northrop Grumman Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. This requisition may be filled at either the Principal or Sr Principal level based on requirements listed. Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking an experienced Principal or Sr. Principal Systems Cyber Security Engineer to join our diverse and high performing team within the Systems Engineering organization. The position requires 100% on site work in Redondo Beach, CA. The selected candidate will support Development and Sustainment programs and will identify cybersecurity risks and design, develop, integrate, test, and verify system security solutions. The candidate will be responsible for identifying cybersecurity risks, working with stakeholders to develop a technical and programmatic plan for remediation, and driving the incorporation of cybersecurity improvements into the weapon system. In this position you will also be required to conduct remediation and patch management activities on operating systems and various COTS/GOTS applications, including those within virtualized and/or segregated environments. You may also get to do the following: Work as a technical contributor in an Agile engineering environment, where the Sr. Principal Systems Security Engineer will identify and prioritize security requirements. Conduct Vulnerability and Compliance checks using various scanning tools. Analyze findings, conduct risk assessments, and identify impact potentials. Author and maintain cybersecurity program documentation & RMF package artifacts. Support the architecture and design of baked in cybersecurity requirements and protections. Implement and review traceability of requirements to the design & its models. Provide cybersecurity system engineering implementation guidance and oversight to technical teams. This requisition may be filled at either the Principal or Sr Principal level based on requirements listed. Basic Qualifications: For Principal Level: Bachelor's degree in STEM field and at least 5 years relevant experience in cybersecurity; Masters degree in STEM field and at least 3 years relevant experience; PhD in STEM and 1 year of relevant experience. For Sr. Principal Level: Bachelor's degree in STEM field and at least 8 years relevant experience in cybersecurity; Masters degree in STEM field and at least 6 years relevant experience; PhD in STEM and 4 years of relevant experience. A current/active DoD Secret clearance for consideration. Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment. Active IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+) certification or able to obtain within 6 months of hire. Hands-on experience with at least one of the following Vulnerability / Compliance tools. Direct experience developing RMF assessment and authorization artifacts in accordance with NIST SP 800-37. Preferred Qualifications: 3 years experience in the Defense Aerospace Industry. A current/active Top-Secret clearance. Prior experience working in restricted facilities. Understanding of the Systems Engineering processes and milestones. Prior experience working on embedded weapon systems. BENEFITS STATEMENT: We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-23