Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Tools Team (23-210)

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for you to join our team as a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Tools Team based out of Colorado Springs, CO.

What You’ll get to Do:

• The selected candidate will develop and test patches to fix Software, Hardware and Firmware vulnerabilities.
• Candidate will concentrate on vulnerability management including analysis and remediation of IAVMs, Cyber Tasking Orders (CTOs), Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs), Vendor Patches and STIG configurations.
• Specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Installation and configuration of Linux and Windows from the OS up to the application level.
  • Documentation and verification of all installation and configuration steps for the labs
  • Develop test plans/procedures for software integration and unit test.
  • Work with software developers and/or vendors as needed to help diagnose and identify the root cause of problems found during system integration.
  • Submit problem reports for errors found per Agile processes and coordinate daily integration activities with other Cross Functional Product Teams (CFPTs).
  • This position is also responsible for the development and implementation of Cyber TPs in the NT labs.
  • Installing and unit testing Cyber Products (e.g., ESS, ACAS, BigFix, Endgame, KMS, etc.).
  • Providing redlines to engineers and feedback to Cyber Leadership will be required as part of this position responsibilities.
  • Documenting lessons learned, best security engineering practices, and industry standards will be required in daily tasks as well.
     

Basic Qualifications:

If applicable, please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume.

• An active Secret clearance is required.
• 5 Years with Bachelor’s degree in a related field; 9 years’ experience in lieu of a degree.
• Must possess a DoD 8570 certification at IAT Level II or higher (Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE, SCNA)
• Working knowledge of Cybersecurity technologies, NIST standards, and RMF governance
• Demonstrated hands on experience with multiple industry standard Cybersecurity tools such as Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP), NESSUS, Endpoint Security Solutions (ESS), End-point-security (ENS), Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS), and ArcSight
• Experience applying Cybersecurity configurations such as Firmware updates/upgrades and STIGs to a baselined system
• Hands on experience with Python and/or Powershell scripting
• Some experience with general Cybersecurity activities such as secure configuration/hardening of DoD Information Systems, system audit configuration, capture, analysis, and risk reduction
• Working knowledge of Risk Management Framework (RMF) implementation across multiple phases of a Medium to large program
• Technical trouble shooting of software applications and integrating COTS products, data analytics of system vulnerabilities and mission impacts, and risk mitigation resulting in system accreditation

Preferred Qualifications:

• General user experience configuring and administering Linux applications
• Familiarity with scripting Windows Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
• Experience scripting, installing, and testing patches on system hosts
• Proven experience executing Security Hardening on diverse LINUX and Windows Operating Systems based on approved DISA STIGs and SRGs
• Demonstrated experience analyzing and implementing NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls on wide range of Information Systems including Enterprise Datacenters, Mobile units and Virtualized environments

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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Salary Range: $104,700 USD - $157,100 USD

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.

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