at Northrop Grumman in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, United States
Job 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.
Information Systems Security Professionals, We Want You!
Cyber assets everywhere are under siege from a wide spectrum of threats. Almost daily, these threats grow in sophistication, breadth and speed.
At Northrop Grumman, we take a holistic approach to cybersecurity, looking at the whole cyber landscape of people, processes and technology and the whole security realm of offense, defense, and exploitation. Thought leadership demands nothing less.
If you are an expert with classified computers within the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Community computing environments, Northrop Grumman Corporation has fantastic opportunities for your career growth.
We are seeking intermediate level Cybersecurity Analysts to support information systems security lifecycle activities as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO).
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
+ Ensuring systems are operated, maintained, and disposed of in accordance with security policies and procedures as outlined in the security plan.
+ Verifying the implementation of delegated aspects of the system security program.
+ Ensuring all proper account management documentation is completed prior to adding and deleting system accounts.
+ Verifying all system security documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
+ Conducting periodic assessments of authorized systems and providing the ISSM with corrective actions for all identified findings and vulnerabilities.
+ Ensuring audit records are collected and analyzed in accordance with the security plan.
+ Monitoring system recovery processes to ensure security features and procedures are properly restored and functioning correctly.
+ Formally notifying the ISSM of any changes to a system that could affect authorization.
+ Serving as a member of the Configuration Control Board (CCB), if designated by the ISSM.
+ Possessing sufficient experience and technical competence commensurate with the complexity of the systems.
+ Ensuring user activity monitoring data is analyzed, stored, and protected in accordance with policies and procedures.
+ Executing the continuous monitoring strategy.
Northrop Grumman has fantastic opportunities for your career growth. If you are ready to solve complex problems in a dynamic environment, apply today!
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 degree with 0 years of experience; OR a Bachelor’s degree with 2 year of experience; OR an Associate’s degree with 4 years of experience; OR a High School Diploma/GED with 6 years of experience is required
+ Current DoD 8570 IAM level I (or higher) security certification (Examples: CND, Cloud+, Security+ CE)
+ Must have a current DoD Secret security clearance in order to be considered.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ eMASS experience preferred
+ RMF knowledge/experience preferred
+ DCSA Assessment and Authorization knowledge/experience preferred
Salary Range: $83,300 – $124,900
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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
