Principal Cyber Systems Engineer - ESS (22-330)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: August 5, 2022

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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems - Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Cyber Systems Engineer - ESS to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located out of Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.Position Overview:

• Position will involve all phases of the System Development Lifecycle for this Cyber technology.
• This position will be responsible for the design, architecture, development, integration, unit test, installation, configuration, integration, deployment and maintenance to include: HBSS components, ePO and Win/RHEL Point Products.
• Maintain the latest HBSS configuration, host agents and policies to enforce host-based security on system servers/work stations.
• Perform regular required reporting, monitor applicable security resources for updated requirements and compliance directions.
• Up to 50% of responsibilities will be performed at Schriever Space Force Base. Travel to additional operational sites is required.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)
  • Experience with implementation, deployment and sustainment of HBSS to include: ePO and Win/RHEL Point Products.
  • This ESS position requires security engineering skills with a working knowledge of Cybersecurity.
  • ESS administration experience on Win and RHEL systems is required.
  • Must have experience in security architecture design, security Audit tools, security requirements generation, security testing, and hardening workstations and servers.
  • Excellent technical document preparation skills and verbal communications are required for presentation of technical information assurance issues and reports to senior management.Preferred Qualifications:
    • VM integration experience is highly desired.
    • Network design and software engineering backgrounds are a plus.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 https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx NGSpaceCOSpaceNGFeaturedJobsC2BMCAdditional Northrop Grumman Information:" Salary Range: $101,400 USD - $152,200 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. The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .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 most positions.

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