Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – X-Lab Cyber A&A Engineer (26-177) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Located at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential for 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, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a vital part of the Missile Defense System. It acts as an essential operational tool that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defenses systematically, monitor the battle collectively, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapons systems to meet global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense systems that deliver an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It functions as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensors, weapon systems, and operations at both global and regional levels to improve performance. C2BMC is crucial for all grounds and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.
Essential Functions:
Will leverage their Assessment & Authorization (A&A) expertise to analyze ACAS/SCC/ConfigOS scans and controls for ongoing system authorization
Expected to collaborate with C2BMC and external stakeholders to assess system vulnerabilities, manage accounts, develop engineering responses for system POA&Ms, and conduct risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs)
May assist in developing and maintaining system packages in eMASS/Xacta
Works under general direction, and results are reviewed upon completion to ensure they meet objectives; failure to achieve results usually causes significant program delays and substantial resource expenditure
Maintains frequent internal and external customer contacts and represents the organization by providing solutions to complex technical issues related to specific projects
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, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAM Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, CGRC, CASP, CISM, CISSP for Associate, CCISO, 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
Strong cybersecurity engineering skills with practical knowledge of cyber technologies, DoDI 8500.02, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53
Excellent at preparing technical documents and communicating verbally
Thorough understanding of ACAS/SCC results
Hands-on experience reviewing scan data, STIGs, and RMF controls
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing Cyber Tasking Orders (CTO), IAVMs, and POA&Ms
Experience collaborating with third-party assessors and auditors
Experience in performing self-assessments and analyzing STIGs
Experience with eMASS/Xacta and accrediting Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
Experience in managing and auditing accounts
Knowledge and understanding of patch and configuration management for complex and diverse enterprise systems
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that promotes 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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Primary Level Salary Range: $113,900.00 - $170,900.00The 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.ngc