Cybersecurity Analyst / Principal Cybersecurity Analyst -
The Northrop Grumman Ground Subsystem Support Contract (GSSC) has an exciting opportunity on the cyber team located in Clearfield, UT. This is a dual level position. The selected candidate will perform the following key duties and responsibilities:
- Perform assessments of weapon system components and networks to identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy; this is achieved through passive evaluations such as compliance audits and active evaluations such as vulnerability assessments.
- Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support obtaining certification and accreditation of systems; this includes support of process, analysis, coordination, security certification test, security documentation, as well as investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging technology research inspections, and periodic audits.
- Document the results of Assessment and Authorization activities and technical or coordination activity and prepare the system Security Plans and update the Plan of Actions and Milestones POA&M.
- Periodically conduct a complete review of each system's audits and monitor corrective actions until all actions are closed.
- Provide analysis, design, development, implementation, and security assessments to ensure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF Knowledge Service guidance.
- Apply analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of Cyber Security implementation.
- Develop system and policy documentation required for certification evaluation.
- Perform other ISSM/ISSO duties as necessary.
- Apply scientific, engineering, and information assurance principles to deliver trustworthy systems that satisfy stakeholder requirements within their established risk tolerance.
Basic Qualifications Cybersecurity Analyst:
- Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or Master's degree; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
- Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret).
- Current DoDD 8140 ISSM 722-Intermediate Certification (Examples: CGRC, CASP, CCISO, Security+), or ability to obtain one within 6 months, and maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
- Must be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a collaborative team environment within schedules and timelines.
Basic Qualifications Principal Cybersecurity Analyst:
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, or Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or PhD degree with 1 year of experience; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree.
- Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret).
- Current DoDD 8140 ISSM 722-Intermediate Certification (Examples: CGRC, CASP, CCISO, Security+), or ability to obtain one within 6 months, and maintaining the required certification will be a condition of continued employment.
- Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, or similar cybersecurity frameworks
- Must be able to prioritize and execute tasks in a collaborative team environment within schedules and timelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of Information Systems Security Officer/Manager experience.
- Current DODD 8140 ISSM 722-Advanced Certification (Examples: CISM, CISSP, GCIA, GSLC).
- Working knowledge and understanding of auditing, vulnerability scanning/remediation, DISA STIGs, configuration/change control, and implementation of Risk Management Framework.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to produce coherent and concise documentation required for certification evaluation.
- ICBM Experience.
- Current DoD Top Secret security clearance.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, or Master's degree (Analyst-level)
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, or Master's degree with 3 years, or PhD with 1 year (Principal-level)
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret)
- Current DoDD 8140 ISSM 722-Intermediate certification (eg. CGRC, CASP, CCISO, Security+) or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Experience with NIST Cybersecurity Framework, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, or similar frameworks
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a collaborative team environment within schedules and timelines
- 2 years of Information Systems Security Officer/Manager (ISSO/ISSM) experience
- Current DoDD 8140 ISSM 722-Advanced certification (eg. CISM, CISSP, GCIA)
- Working knowledge of auditing, vulnerability scanning/remediation, DISA STIGs, configuration/change control, and RMF implementation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for certification documentation
- ICBM experience
- Current DoD Top Secret security clearance
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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