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Northrop Grumman Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber A&A Engineer (24-248) in Schriever AFB, Colorado
Requisition ID: R10166519
Category: Information Technology
Location: Schriever AFB, Colorado, United States of America | Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 2
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Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Cyber A&A Engineer (24-248) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks integrate, synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is integral to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise all current and future missile defense system capabilities.
The Cyber A&A Engineer will utilize their Assessment and Authorization (A&A) background to analyze ACAS/SCC/ConfigOS scans and controls for continuous system authorization. Collaborate with C2BMC and external stakeholders to assess system vulnerabilities and account management, generate engineering responses for system POA&Ms, and conduct risk analysis for Risk Acceptance Requests (RARs).
Essential Functions:
The Cyber A&A Engineer may need to assist in creating and maintaining system packages in eMASS/Xacta.
The primary work location is Schriever Space Force Base, and there is occasional travel to HWY 83.
Basic Qualifications:
Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
An active Secret clearance is required to start.
5 years' experience with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 3 years' experience with a Masters degree in a related field; OR 9 years experience in lieu of a degree.
Must possess a DoD 8140 certification at IAM Level I or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA)
Must have solid Cybersecurity engineering skills with working knowledge of Cyber technologies, DoDI 8500.2, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) 800-53.
Excellent technical document preparation and verbal communication.
Thorough understanding of ACAS/SCC outputs.
Hands-on experience reviewing scan data, STIGs, and RMF controls.
Experience working with 3rd party assessors and auditors.
Experience performing self-assessments and analyzing STIGs.
Experience with eMASS/Xacta and the accreditation of Cross Domain Solutions (CDS).
Experience with the management & auditing of accounts.
Knowledge/Understanding of patch & configuration management of complex and disparate enterprise systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing Cyber Tasking Orders (CTO)/IAVMs and POA&Ms.
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. 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:
Salary Range: $107,300 - $160,900
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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