Associate Cybersecurity Analyst - Secret - San Diego CA

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking an Associate Pathways Classified Cybersecurity Analyst to support information system lifecycle activities. The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Rancho Carmel, San Diego, CA location. This person will do 3-1 year rotations with this team.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conduct system audits and continuous monitoring activities, covering all security controls, configurations, and operational processes to evaluate the security posture of information systems.

• 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.

• Perform analyses to validate established security requirements and to recommend additional security requirements and safeguards.

• Assist in the implementation of the required government policy, make recommendations on process tailoring, and participate in and document process activities.

• Work within strict program control processes to ensure mitigation of risks and support the Assessment and Authorization (A&A) of systems. This includes process support, analysis, coordination, security certification testing, security documentation, investigations, software research, hardware introduction and release, emerging‑technology research, inspections, and periodic audits.

• Support the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results and preparation of required reports.

• Document the results of A&A activities, and technical or coordination activities, and prepare the Risk Management Framework body of evidence.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are willing to work on-site.

Basic Qualifications: 

• Master’s or Bachelor's degree with 0 years of experience

• Able obtain a U.S. Government 8140 requirements for a IT Program Auditor – Intermediate Level (SecurityX/CASP+, GGRC, GSEC, GSNA, Sec+, SSCP) within the next 6 months

• Candidates must have a current U.S. Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 6 years OR must be enrolled in the U.S. Government Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in cybersecurity compliance (ex., Assessment & Authorization under RMF)

• Knowledge of security tools such as ACAS, Nessus, Splunk, Trellix, and SCAP

• Knowledge of security frameworks and documentation such as NIST, JSIG, DAAG, SSPs, POA&Ms, and SCTMs

Pay Range: $76,200.00 - $114,400.00

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

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