Job Details

Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking for a Cyber Systems Engineer to support the Systems Engineering organization in San Diego, CA. The selected candidate will support Development and Sustainment programs and will identify cybersecurity risks and design, develop, integrate, test, and verify system security solutions. The candidate will be responsible for identifying cybersecurity risks, working with stakeholders to develop a technical and programmatic plan for remediation, and driving the incorporation of cybersecurity improvements into the weapon system. The candidate will leverage leadership skills to engage their customer counterpart as well as other stakeholders to drive improvements into the weapon system's cybersecurity posture. This role is located on-site in Rancho Bernardo, CA and will require up to 25% travel in support of program needs.

The applicant should have a bold, collaborative mindset with strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, and be a motivated self-starter. Our culture values curiosity, diverse perspectives, and doing meaningful work to Defining Possible.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities (detailed)

• Support Development and Sustainment programs and identify cybersecurity risks; design, develop, integrate, test, and verify system security solutions; drive remediation and incorporate cybersecurity improvements into the weapon system.
• Engage customer counterparts and stakeholders to drive improvements into the weapon system's cybersecurity posture.
• Apply leadership skills to coordinate with stakeholders and lead discussions to improve cybersecurity outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in STEM with at least 12 years of related experience, Master's degree in STEM with at least 10 years related experience, or PhD in STEM with at least 8 years related experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access
• Experience in several of the following Systems Engineering areas: - Technical planning, system design development, verification and validation, cost and risk, and requirements management - Preparing, presenting, and leading discussion of system engineering materials during formal program reviews - Demonstrated behaviors of a systems thinker; selects and applies appropriate systems thinking skills to solve very complex problems and implement constructive change - Developing and reviewing requirements and conducting requirements management, including verification and validation
• Experience in at least one of the following Systems Security Engineering areas: - Managing cybersecurity vulnerabilities and working with stakeholders to prioritize and address findings - Developing processes and standards to ensure the development of secure products - Assessing systems for cybersecurity vulnerabilities - Implementing cybersecurity scanning and assessment tools like ACAS or Nessus - Developing cybersecurity compliance packages

Compensation and Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $188,200.00 - $282,200.00

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.

Additional Information

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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.