Cyber Systems Engineer – Level 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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. 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.

Description

This position is for a Sr Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to support the IFICS Data Terminal (IDT) product team on the Ground Based Mid-Course Defense (GMD) Weapon System (GWS) program. The candidate should have experience taking on progressively challenging responsibilities, demonstrating initiative, and driving innovative solutions. They should be recognized as a self-starter with a proven ability to lead teams, learn quickly, and deliver results in dynamic environments.

This is not a telework/remote position.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Science with 8 years of relevant experience; M.S degree with 6 years of relevant experience; PhD with 4 years of relevant experience

• Primary POC interface internally and externally accountable for the PA IDT system cyber security posture including subcontractor flow down and design solutions

• Subcontractor deliverable owner to responsible for the review, feedback and approval of the subcontractor design solution compliance to their technical specifications (RMF & NIST controls) and alignment into the Prime design solution

• Responsible for TEMPEST requirements comprehension and flow down to subcontractors to include design/data owner

• Responsible for ensuring Authority to Connect (ATC) & Authority to Operate (ATO) data artifacts are provided by the subcontractors:

  • ACAS Scan(s)

  • SCAP/SCC/Eval STIG Scan(s)

  • Completed STIG checklists

  • Hardware list

  • Interconnect Diagrams for assembly

  • Software List (SBOM)

  • Network Config Files

  • Ports, Protocols, Services List

  • SAST Code Scans

  • Product Baseline Design (CDR) Material

  • POA&Ms for allocated controls

  • Patch Plan

  • Letters of Volatility

• Experience using DOORS.

• Experience using Atlassian Tools.

• Familiar with Agile terminology and best practices.

• Security + Certification

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government security clearance at the DoD secret level; and a minimum of an interim secret clearance will be required to start.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA).

• Strategic Planning & Execution.

• Initiative & Process Improvement.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration.

• Effective Communication & Stakeholder Management.

• Team Leadership & Mentorship.

• Taking ownership of high-stakes or challenging tasks.

• Transitioning into new roles with expanded responsibilities.

• Driving initiatives that align with company goals or mission.

Primary Level Salary Range: $149,300.00 - $223,900.00

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.