Associate Cyber Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

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Job description

Requisition ID: R Category: Information Technology Location: Huntsville, Alabama, United States of America Clearance Type: None Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking an Associate Cyber Systems Engineer for a new and exciting effort located at Huntsville, AL. We're looking for a highly motivated, team oriented, individual that understands security and the importance to our mission. The candidate will be responsible for the secure operations of cloud infrastructure, platforms, and software, including the installation, maintenance, and improvement of cloud computing environments. They will also support the development of new designs and security strategies across cloud-based applications and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). The candidate will support and ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF). Responsibilities: Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field Must have an active Secret Clearance, with a PR within last 5 years Must have Security+ or ability to obtain within first 2 months of employment Working knowledge of Microsoft and Linux Red Hat operating system. Working knowledge of networking Microsoft and Linux Red Hat systems Working knowledge of Active directory and Kerberos Must have familiarity with scripting languages (i.e. PowerShell, Python, Bash, YAML) Must have knowledge of Cyber Security Engineering practices Must have the ability to analyze, estimate, and implement solutions to complex problems. Must have the ability to calmly negotiate challenging program requirements, strategies, and conflicting constraints among a large and diverse group of program stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications: DoD 8570/8140 IASAE II/III Certification (CAP, GLSC, CISSP, CASP CE) Excellent communication (written and oral), negotiation and interpersonal skills necessary to support known ISSE activities/challenges working with engineering teams, management, customers, partners and government Experience with Dell, Cisco, Palo Alto and other next generation switches and firewalls. Experience with cloud solutions like Azure and AWSSalary Range: $75,700 - $113,500
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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