Cyber Systems Engineer (Engineer or Principal Engineer Level)

Cyber Systems Engineer or Principal Cyber Systems EngineerAt 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 Aeronautics Systems is currently seeking a Cyber Systems Engineer or Principal Cyber Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in our Systems Engineering organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.In this role, you will be responsible for System Security Engineering across all phases of a system's acquisition / development lifecycle.

Success in this position requires a strong background in Program Protection, Supply Chain Risk Management, and Counterfeit Parts Prevention. You will need experience with Cybersecurity engineering and implementations based on US Government standards, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Committee on National Security Systems Instruction (CNSSI), and Risk Management Framework (RMF) processes, policies and guidelines.Essential Functions:Support Program Protection, Supply Chain Risk Management, and supply chain vulnerability and risk assessment activitiesDevelop/update Program Protection Implementation Plan(s), Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) plans, and Counterfeit Prevention Plan(s)Perform supply chain vulnerability and risk assessments, document findings and recommend mitigations/countermeasuresDevelop/refine Hardware/Software Bill of Materials and conduct Criticality Analysis of system componentsMonitor system changes impacted through the supply chainReview system vulnerability scans and mitigation reportsSupport inquiries into, and auditing of, suppliersLeverage knowledge and experience using systems security engineering methodologies and techniquesPrepare technical documents, provide briefings, attend security-related working groups, support ongoing authorization efforts including development of supporting documentation, develop procedures, and work in a fast-changing dynamic environment with minimal directionPerform other System Security Engineering (SSE) duties as assignedComfortable working in an Agile Development environmentInterface with internal management, other cyber functional areas, and other internal and external stakeholders as a technical liaisonThis role can be filled at either the Engineer or Principal Engineer Level based on the qualifications below.Basic Qualifications:At an Engineer Level:Must have a Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least some of relevant military / professional / academic experienceAt a Principal Engineer Level:Must have a Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a PhD and at least 1 year of relevant military / professional / academic experienceAt Both Levels:Must have experience with US Government System Security Engineering activities (security requirements engineering, risk assessment and management, secure architecture design, implementation and verification activities)Must have an active US Government Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.Must have a DODD qualifying certification, such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or similar network/security certificationsPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with, and providing oversight and guidance to, different IPTs and Suppliers/Subcontractors in support of design development, implementation, and test/verification activitiesExperience with developing, executing, and managing Program Protection, Supply Chain Risk, and Counterfeit Parts Prevention plans as well as performing Criticality Analysis of system componentsRisk Management Framework (RMF), development of System Security Plans, Assessment Reports, attack path modeling, and mitigation strategiesExperience with embedded computing environments and technologiesExperience with cloud computing environments and technologiesExperience with Model Based Systems Engineering tools such as Cameo or other similar system modeling toolsFamiliarity with DoDI (Operation of the Adaptive Acquisition Framework), DoDI (Protection of Mission Critical Functions to Achieve Trusted Systems and Networks), DoDI (Technology and Program Protection to Maintain Technological Advantage), NIST SP 800-161 (Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations), US Government Program Protection Plan and GuidanceExperience applying agile methodologies to the development of cybersecurity capabilities for embedded systems.Experience working on a multidisciplinary team and writing technical proposalsExcellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and managementFamiliarity with U.S Government Anti-Tamper (AT) processes and implementationsAbility to obtain a US Government Top Secret security clearance to include a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.