Cyber Systems Engineer - Level 2 Or 3

Northrop Grumman

Aurora, Colorado, United States
Base: $101,000.00 - $151,400.00 (level 2); $125,30...
Active top secret sci clearance with full scope polygraph
Experience configuring rapid7, trellix, and splunk
Knowledge of nist sp 800-53 and cnssi 1253 standards
This role involves designing and implementing security controls compliant with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and implementing security controls compliant with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance.
  • Candidates must possess an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with an adjudicated Full Scope Polygraph at the time of application.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, savings plans, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

This role involves designing and implementing security controls compliant with NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and DoD RMF guidance.

Salary

Base: $101,000.00 - $151,400.00 (Level 2); $125,300.00 - $187,900.00 (Level 3); Bonus: Discretionary annual bonuses available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active Top Secret SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
  • Experience configuring Rapid7, Trellix, and Splunk
  • Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 and CNSSI 1253 standards

Nice-to-have

  • Bold new ideas and pioneering spirit
  • Intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity
  • Ability to communicate security significance clearly

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree plus 2 years experience (Level 2) or 5 years (Level 3)
  • Valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP, or similar certification
  • US Citizenship required for government clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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