Principal Cybersecurity Analyst

Northrop Grumman

Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
Base: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00; bonus/equity: dis...
On-site
Perform system and network assessments
Implement government security policy
Analyze security requirements and safeguards
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Classified Solutions team in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role requires a strong background in cybersecurity assessments, compliance, and risk management, along with a current DoD security clearance

Job Summary

  • Perform assessments of systems and networks within the networking environment or enclave and identify where those systems and networks deviate from acceptable configurations, enclave policy, or local policy.
  • Establish strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support obtaining authorization to operate systems.
  • Support the formal System Assessment required by each government authorizing authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.

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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to join their Classified Solutions team in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role requires a strong background in cybersecurity assessments, compliance, and risk management, along with a current DoD security clearance.

Salary

Base: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonus; Benefits: Health insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform system and network assessments
  • Implement government security policy
  • Analyze security requirements and safeguards
  • Document Assessment and Authorization activities
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive problem-solving mindset
  • Demonstrated curiosity
  • Strong relationship-building skills

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree with 3 years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience
  • Current DoD Top Secret level security clearance
  • Current DoD 8570 IAM level II (or higher) security certification

Work Rights

Clearance Required

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