CYBERSECURITY ANALYST/ PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ANALYST (AHT) WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE
Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: October 15, 2024
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Job Description:
Requisition ID: R10173425 * Category: Information Technology *
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America *
Clearance Type: Secret * Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available
for this position * Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) *
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time * Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available * Positions Available: 1At
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.
Join our team as a Cybersecurity Analyst, where you will play a
pivotal role in fortifying the cybersecurity posture of the JTAGS
program's classified systems and networks used for development,
integration, testing, training, and operations. This role primarily
involves performing system vulnerability scans using the Tenable
Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) software. You will
review your scan results for completeness and work closely with
systems administrators to ensure system patches have been correctly
applied. You will also play a key role in developing the patch
lists to meet the program's IA/cyber patching cycle. As a member of
the JTAGS cybersecurity team, you will have the opportunity to grow
as a cybersecurity analyst, develop new skills, and learn new tools
from more experienced teammates, all while gaining exposure to the
JTAGS mission in support of our US Space Force stakeholders. This
role is full-time and in-person at the COCO-01 Northrop Grumman
facility in a classified work environment. Duties will require
occasional support at Ft. Carson in Colorado Springs, CO (about
15-20 mins drive from the NG facility). Basic Qualifications * For
a Cybersecurity Analyst: Bachelors degree in STEM with 2 years of
relevant experience OR Master's Degree. An additional 4 years of
relevant cybersecurity experience may be considered in lieu of a
STEM degree. * For a Principal Cybersecurity Analyst: Bachelors
degree in STEM with 5 years of relevant experience OR Master's
Degree with 3 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years
of relevant cybersecurity experience may be considered in lieu of a
STEM degree. * Active IAT Level II (CompTIA Security+)
certification. * Active Secret security clearance. * Intermediate
to advanced proficiency in RHEL OS command line and Windows
PowerShell. * Experience performing vulnerability scans using
Tenable ACAS software. Can independently troubleshoot failed or
non-credentialed scans. * Possesses strong attention to detail. *
Can work effectively with minimal supervision, both independently
and within a team. * Motivated self-starter driven by successful,
on-time accomplishment of tasks. * Proficient with Microsoft Office
tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). * Is a continuous learner with a
passion for cybersecurity. Preferred Qualifications * Working
knowledge and experience with NIST RMF. * Experience selecting and
applying DISA STIGs and performing system compliance scans (such as
with SCAP compliance checker, Xylok, or another tool). * Previous
experience with JTAGS or other missile detection and warning
systems. * Previous experience with satellite communications ground
systems. * Previous experience supporting DoD network environments.
* Familiarity with JIRA for task assignment and tracking. *
Experience managing a POA&M and identifying a handling plan for
specific vulnerabilities. * Familiarity with patch management
devices such as WSUS and Red Hat Satellite Server. This position
offers the option of a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule. The 9/80
schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through
Thursday to take every other Friday off. The 4/10 schedule allows
employees to work four ten-hour days Monday through Thursday and
take off every Friday.
Salary Range: $79,300 - $118,900
Salary Range 2: $97,500 - $146,300
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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