Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber Patching-Red Hat Satellite (26-057)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber Patching-Red Hat Satellite (26-057) to join our talented and diverse team. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.

 

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

 

Position Overview:

 

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations globally and regionally to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.

 

This position is a Cyber Engineering technical role supporting the Lockheed Martin Rotary Mission Systems (RMS) Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program. The selected candidate will develop and test patches to mitigate cyber vulnerabilities. The candidate will focus on vulnerability management, including analysis and remediation of lAVMs, Cyber Tasking Orders (CT0s), Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), Vendor Patches, and STIG configurations.

 

Essential Functions:

 

• Setting up and configuring Linux from the OS installation to the application setup

• Documentation and verification of all lab installation and configuration procedures

• Develop test plans/procedures for software integration and unit testing

• Collaborate with software developers and vendors as necessary to diagnose and identify the root causes of problems encountered during system integration

• Submit problem reports for errors found in accordance with Agile processes and coordinate daily integration activities with other Agile Release Trains (ARTs)

• Development and deployment of Cyber Releases in the National Team labs, C2BMC Test Facility, and Operations

• Installing and performing unit tests on Cyber Products

• Providing redlines to engineers and feedback to Cyber Leadership will be required as part of this role's responsibilities

• Documenting lessons learned, best practices in security engineering, and industry standards will also be part of daily duties

• Application and usage of technical principles, theories, and concepts

• Create solutions for problems that are of limited to moderate scope and complexity

• Work may be carried out under close supervision with detailed instructions or more generally supervised

• Contacts are mainly with the immediate supervisor, project leaders, and internal team members, with occasional customer interactions

 

Basic Qualifications:

 

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

 

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree  in a related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or 6 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree

• Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period

• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

• User experience in configuring and patching Linux systems using Red Hat Satellite and Capsules

• Hands-on experience scripting, installing, and testing patches on Linux hosts

• Knowledge of executing Security Hardening on Linux Operating Systems based on approved DISA STIGs and SRGs

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Perform Agile tasks during the entire System Development Lifecycle.

• Knowledge of scripting for Windows Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

• Practical experience with leading cybersecurity tools like SCAP, NESSUS, and ACAS

• Proven experience in analyzing and applying NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls to support Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation throughout various mission system phases

 

What We Can Offer You:

 

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:

 

·         Health Plan

·         Savings Plan

·         Paid Time Off

·         Education Assistance

·         Training and Development

·         Flexible Work Arrangements

 

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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.