Cyber Systems Engineer - Level 4

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At 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 Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Level 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. Serving on the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Weapon Systems (GWS) GMD Fire Control (GFC) Team. This position will be in Huntsville, AL Position Overview: The selected Sr. Principal Cyber Systems Engineer – Level 4 will perform Cyber Systems Engineering functions with an emphasis in program protection and security (PP&S) and Cyber risk management framework (RMF) analysis, plan development, and implementation. The individual fulfilling this role will work closely with the Program's PP&S / Cyber team to ensure specific considerations are detailed, planned, and executed in accordance with the requirements and timeline. The candidate will be tasked to support the cyber working group and is responsible for ensuring inputs and outputs are captured, communicated, implemented, and completed within standard and on schedule. The candidate will work directly with software development teams to ensure proper implementation and verification of Application Security and Development (ASD) STIGs and General-Purpose Operating System (GPOS) STIGs. Responsibilities include supporting accreditation activities, vulnerability assessments and RMF alignment analysis. Essential Functions: Develop and implement cybersecurity solutions to protect the organization's infrastructure. Lead efforts to secure systems, networks, and applications against cyber threats. Conduct security assessments, and vulnerability analysis. Stay updated on the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and technologies. Provide cybersecurity guidance and support to cross-functional teams. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 6 years of related experience, or 4 year of related experience with a PhD. Possess verbal and written skills to effectively communicate with program personnel Familiarity with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) standards, direct risk management framework (RMF) requirements exposure, plan of action and milestone (POAM) development and implementation knowledge, and vulnerability analysis and mitigation. Experience reviewing Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and/or utilizing the DISA STIG Viewer/Explorer. Experience with compliance and vulnerability reporting tools (Nessus, Nexpose, SCAP, ACAS, Nmap, SAST, DAST) Experience with system vulnerability management and security implementation as well as direct experience with DoD A&A activities, security processes, and documentation/reporting using RMF, NIST, or CNSSI guidance as required. Working experience with Linux, preferably Red Hat Working experience with System Auditing (Linux) Experience working in an Agile environment. Must be able to support an in-person / closed-area work environment. Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs. Applicants must have a current active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application , which is required to start. Preferred Qualifications: Current CISSP or CompTIA Security certification or equivalent Experience with or a working understanding of Static/Dynamic Code Analysis undefined Understanding of Automation Exposure to Jira/Confluence Familiarity with Coverity - Code Analysis tool Primary Level Salary Range: $149,300.00 - $223,900.00 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. 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. 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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